GRE Word List

GIST

essence; main point; substance

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

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WordMeaning
hedonista person who is devoted to the pursuit of pleasure : someone who practices hedonism
esteemthe regard in which one is held
degradationthe act or process of degrading
defiancethe act or an instance of defying : challenge
tantruma fit of bad temper
pugilistfighter
accedeto express approval or give consent : to agree to a request or demand
graduateto receive an academic degree or diploma
ripto tear or split apart or open
maxima general truth, fundamental principle, or rule of conduct