GRE Word List

GIST

essence; main point; substance

The meaning of the word gist is essence; main point; substance.

Random words

WordMeaning
breedto produce (offspring) by hatching or gestation
indeterminatenot definitely or precisely determined or fixed : vague
agnostica person who holds the view that any ultimate reality (such as God) is unknown and probably unknowable
attireto put garments on : dress
nauticalof, relating to, or associated with seamen, navigation, or ships
brookcreek
chantto make melodic sounds with the voice
veracioustruthful
emblazonto inscribe or adorn with or as if with heraldic bearings or devices
advocacythe act or process of supporting a cause or proposal : the act or process of advocating (see advocate