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
ostracizeto exile by ostracism
condescendto assume an air of superiority
hibernalof, relating to, or occurring in winter
facadethe front of a building
lullto cause to sleep or rest : soothe
momentuma property (see property
retainto keep in possession or use
contritefeeling or showing sorrow and remorse for improper or objectionable behavior, actions, etc.
comatoseof, resembling, or affected with coma
fraughtfull of or accompanied by something specified