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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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| imperative | not to be avoided or evaded : necessary |
| studied | carefully considered or prepared : thoughtful |
| martial | of, relating to, or suited for war or a warrior |
| epoch | an event or a time marked by an event that begins a new period or development |
| taper | to become progressively smaller toward one end |
| foster | having, relating to, or being the relationship between a foster parent and the child who the foster parent cares for |
| prune | a plum dried or capable of drying without fermentation |
| bolt | a lightning stroke |
| prompt | to move to action : incite |
| impalpable | incapable of being felt by touch : intangible |