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
ruminateto go over in the mind repeatedly and often casually or slowly
volleythe flight of the ball (as in volleyball or tennis) or its course before striking the ground
refurbishto brighten or freshen up : renovate
decreean order usually having the force of law
conformistone who conforms : a person who behaves in accordance with prevailing standards or customs and typically dislikes or avoids unconventional behavior
obsoleteno longer in use or no longer useful
historichistorical
obligatorybinding in law or conscience
inanimatenot animate:
mottoa sentence, phrase, or word inscribed on something as appropriate to or indicative of its character or use