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
acmethe highest point or stage
retroactiveextending in scope or effect to a prior time or to conditions that existed or originated in the past
virtuosoone who excels in the technique of an art
culinaryof or relating to the kitchen or cookery
febrilemarked or caused by fever : feverish
forebearsancestor
catalysta substance that enables a chemical reaction to proceed at a usually faster rate or under different conditions (as at a lower temperature) than otherwise possible
forthcomingbeing about to appear or to be produced or made available
nutrientfurnishing nourishment
gauchelacking social experience or grace