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
bumpa relatively abrupt convexity or protuberance on a surface: such as
stentorianextremely loud
applicationan act of applying:
recreantcrying for mercy : cowardly
spatulaa flat thin implement used especially for spreading or mixing soft substances, scooping, or lifting
unprecedentedhaving no precedent : novel
abortiveprematurely born
testatora person who dies leaving a will or testament in force
contingentdependent on or conditioned by something else
precepta command or principle intended especially as a general rule of action