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 |
|---|---|
| abstemious | marked by restraint especially in the eating of food or drinking of alcohol |
| crochet | needlework consisting of the interlocking of looped stitches formed with a single thread and a hooked needle |
| exhort | to incite by argument or advice : urge strongly |
| flowery | of, relating to, or resembling flowers |
| incur | to become liable or subject to : bring down upon oneself |
| dubious | unsettled in opinion : doubtful |
| thrive | to grow vigorously : flourish |
| gourmet | a connoisseur of food and drink |
| stupefy | to make stupid, groggy, or insensible |
| pervasive | existing in or spreading through every part of something |