GRE Word List

CYNOSURE

the northern constellation Ursa Minor

The meaning of the word cynosure is the northern constellation Ursa Minor.

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WordMeaning
panegyrica eulogistic oration or writing
corrosivetending or having the power to corrode
penitentfeeling or expressing humble or regretful pain or sorrow for sins or offenses : repentant
retrospectiveof, relating to, or given to retrospection
latitudeangular distance from some specified circle or plane of reference: such as
intrinsicbelonging to the essential nature or constitution of a thing
avariceexcessive or insatiable desire for wealth or gain : greediness
eloquencediscourse marked by force and persuasiveness
curatora person who oversees or manages a place (such as a museum or zoo) that offers exhibits
routa state of wild confusion or disorderly retreat