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
susceptiblecapable of submitting to an action, process, or operation
inclineto bend the head or body forward : bow
ellipticalof, relating to, or shaped like an ellipse
cogitateto ponder or meditate on usually intently
ragamuffina ragged often disreputable person
veneera thin sheet of a material: such as
lacklusterlacking in sheen, brilliance, or vitality : dull
ordinancean authoritative decree or direction : order
pertsaucily free and forward : flippantly cocky and assured
appositehighly pertinent or appropriate : apt