GRE Word List
GIST
essence; main point; substance
The meaning of the word gist is essence; main point; substance.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| calamity | a disastrous event marked by great loss and lasting distress and suffering |
| admonish | to indicate duties or obligations to |
| adversary | one that contends with, opposes, or resists : an enemy or opponent |
| proletarian | a member of the proletariat |
| ancillary | subordinate |
| rail | a bar extending from one post or support to another and serving as a guard or barrier |
| piscatorial | piscatory |
| acquiesce | to accept, comply, or submit tacitly or passively |
| reprimand | a severe or formal reproof |
| grudge | to be unwilling to give or admit : give or allow reluctantly or resentfully |