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 |
|---|---|
| waggish | resembling or characteristic of a wag |
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| retain | to keep in possession or use |
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| judicious | having, exercising, or characterized by sound judgment |
| disapprobation | the act or state of disapproving : the state of being disapproved : condemnation |