GRE Word List

GIST

essence; main point; substance

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

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WordMeaning
prehensileadapted for seizing or grasping especially by wrapping around
insubordinationdisobedient to authority
quislingtraitor
prevailto gain ascendancy through strength or superiority : triumph
squelchto fall or stamp on so as to crush
hue_and_cryoutcry; loud cry or clamor; strong protest; Ex. hue and cry against the new rule
consolidationthe act or process of consolidating : the state of being consolidated
factiousof or relating to faction: such as
discretionindividual choice or judgment
gainsayto declare to be untrue or invalid