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
igniteto set afire
incensematerial used to produce a fragrant odor when burned
adverseacting against or in a contrary direction : hostile
drawto cause to move continuously toward or after a force applied in advance : pull
deflectto turn (something) aside especially from a straight course or fixed direction
slakesubside
centripetalproceeding or acting in a direction toward a center or axis
muddleto make turbid or muddy
artifactsa usually simple object (such as a tool or ornament) showing human workmanship or modification as distinguished from a natural object
repletefully or abundantly provided or filled