GRE Word List
GIST
essence; main point; substance
The meaning of the word gist is essence; main point; substance.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| regale | to entertain sumptuously : feast with delicacies |
| inscrutable | not readily investigated, interpreted, or understood : mysterious |
| reciprocate | to give and take mutually |
| implication | something implied: such as |
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| delirium | an acute (see acute |
| apocryphal | of doubtful authenticity : spurious |
| pilfer | steal |
| oaf | a stupid person : boob |
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