GRE Word List
GIST
essence; main point; substance
The meaning of the word gist is essence; main point; substance.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| supererogatory | observed or performed to an extent not enjoined or required |
| self-righteous | convinced of one's own righteousness especially in contrast with the actions and beliefs of others : narrow-mindedly moralistic |
| chagrin | disquietude or distress of mind caused by humiliation, disappointment, or failure |
| peer | one that is of equal standing with another : equal |
| gild | to overlay with or as if with a thin covering of gold |
| indenture | a document or a section of a document that is indented |
| shaving | the act of one that shaves |
| precept | a command or principle intended especially as a general rule of action |
| beleaguer | besiege |
| peerless | matchless |