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
stolidhaving or expressing little or no sensibility : unemotional
assayto analyze (something, such as an ore) for one or more specific components
studiedcarefully considered or prepared : thoughtful
indicessigns; indications; Ex. indices of a student's potential; CF. index: something that reveals or indicates; sign; Ex. cost-of-living index
regalof, relating to, or suitable for a king
entreethe act or manner of entering : entrance
ventralof or relating to the belly : abdominal
parchmentthe skin of a sheep or goat prepared for writing on
centrifugea machine using centrifugal force for separating substances of different densities, for removing moisture, or for simulating gravitational effects
inviolablesecure from violation or profanation