Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

cynosure

noun

/ˈsɪn.əˌʃʊr/

Definition

A center of attraction or attention.

Examples

The award ceremony became the cynosure of all eyes as the celebrity arrived.
Her innovative ideas made her the cynosure of the tech community.
The bright comet was a cynosure in the night sky, drawing astronomers from all over.

Meaning

Cynosure refers to something that strongly attracts attention or admiration due to its brilliance or significance. It is often used to describe a person or thing that is the focal point in a particular context.