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 |
|---|---|
| monolithic | of, relating to, or resembling a monolith : huge |
| gloat | to observe or think about something with triumphant and often malicious satisfaction, gratification, or delight |
| perquisite | a privilege, gain, or profit incidental to regular salary or wages |
| predetermine | foreordain |
| blare | to sound loud and strident |
| indomitable | incapable of being subdued : unconquerable |
| sibylline | any of several prophetesses usually accepted as 10 in number and credited to widely separate parts of the ancient world (such as Babylonia, Egypt, Greece, and Italy) |
| glossary | a collection of textual glosses or of specialized terms with their meanings |
| effective | producing a decided, decisive, or desired effect |
| gall | brazen boldness coupled with impudent assurance and insolence |