CYNICISM
Cyn"i*cism (sn"-sz'm), n.
Defn: The doctrine of the Cynics; the quality of being cynical; the mental state, opnions, or conduct, of a cynic; morose and contemptuous views and opinions.
CYNOIDEA
Cy*noi"de*a (s-noi"d-a), n. pl. Etym: [NL., fr. Gr. -oid.] (Zoöl.)
Defn: A division of Carnivora, including the dogs, wolves, and foxes.
CYNOREXIA
Cyn`o*rex"i*a (sn`-rks"-), n. Etym: [NL., fr. Gr. (Med.)
Defn: A voracious appetite, like that of a starved dog.
CYNOSURAL
Cy`no*su"ral (s`n-sh"ral or sn`-), a.
Defn: Of or pertaining to a cynosure.
CYNOSURE Cy"no*sure (s"n-shr or sn"-shr; 277), n. Etym: [L. Cynosura theconstellation Cynosure, Gr. Cynic.]
1. The constellation of the Lesser Bear, to which, as containing the polar star, the eyes of mariners and travelers were often directed.