GRE Word List
CYNOSURE
object of general attention; person or thing that is a center of attention; CF. Ursa Minor
The meaning of the word cynosure is object of general attention; person or thing that is a center of attention; CF. Ursa Minor.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| credo | creed |
| studied | carefully contrived; calculated; unspontaneous; deliberate; thoughtful; Ex. studied remark |
| immaculate | spotless; flawless; absolutely clean |
| appropriate | acquire; take possession of for one's own use without permission; set aside for a particular purpose; allocate; CF. misappropriate |
| brag | boast |
| tremulous | trembling; wavering |
| scurry | move hastily; hurry; move briskly |
| ambience | environment; atmosphere; Ex. restraurant with a pleasant ambience; ADJ. ambient: completely surrounding; Ex. ambient temperature |
| gratify | please; satisfy; Ex. gratify a desire |
| ligneous | like wood |
