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 |
|---|---|
| cogitate | to ponder or meditate on usually intently |
| dilapidated | decayed, deteriorated, or fallen into partial ruin especially through neglect or misuse |
| promontory | a high point of land or rock projecting into a body of water |
| unconscionable | shockingly unfair or unjust |
| repartee | a quick and witty reply |
| sensuous | of or relating to the senses or sensible objects |
| tribune | a Roman official under the monarchy and the republic with the function of protecting the plebeian citizen from arbitrary action by the patrician magistrates |
| medium | something in a middle position |
| heedless | not taking heed : inconsiderate |
| gregarious | tending to associate with others of one's kind : social |