GRE Word List

GIST

essence; main point; substance

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

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WordMeaning
sullyto make soiled or tarnished : defile
trekto make one's way arduously
truisman undoubted or self-evident truth
urgentcalling for immediate attention : pressing
depleteto empty of a principal substance
feintsomething feigned
monarchyundivided rule or absolute sovereignty by a single person
fashionthe prevailing style (as in dress) during a particular time
oatmealmeal made from oats
mawkishlacking flavor or having an unpleasant taste