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 |
|---|---|
| panegyric | a eulogistic oration or writing |
| corrosive | tending or having the power to corrode |
| penitent | feeling or expressing humble or regretful pain or sorrow for sins or offenses : repentant |
| retrospective | of, relating to, or given to retrospection |
| latitude | angular distance from some specified circle or plane of reference: such as |
| intrinsic | belonging to the essential nature or constitution of a thing |
| avarice | excessive or insatiable desire for wealth or gain : greediness |
| eloquence | discourse marked by force and persuasiveness |
| curator | a person who oversees or manages a place (such as a museum or zoo) that offers exhibits |
| rout | a state of wild confusion or disorderly retreat |