GRE Word List
GIST
essence; main point; substance
The meaning of the word gist is essence; main point; substance.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| incident | an occurrence of an action or situation that is a separate unit of experience : happening |
| enterprise | a project or undertaking that is especially difficult, complicated, or risky |
| muted | being mute : silent |
| primary | first in order of time or development : primitive |
| irreparable | not reparable : irremediable |
| flout | to treat with contemptuous disregard : scorn |
| exult | to be extremely joyful : rejoice |
| insurgent | a person who revolts against civil authority or an established government |
| slur | an insulting or disparaging remark or innuendo : aspersion |
| incline | to bend the head or body forward : bow |