GRE Word List
GIST
essence; main point; substance
The meaning of the word gist is essence; main point; substance.
Random words
Word | Meaning |
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contrived | having an unnatural or false appearance or quality : artificial |
pretext | a purpose or motive alleged or an appearance assumed in order to cloak the real intention or state of affairs |
bacchanal | orgy |
antiseptic | opposing microbial infection |
recrimination | a retaliatory accusation |
renovate | to restore to a former better state (as by cleaning, repairing, or rebuilding) |
neophyte | a new convert : proselyte |
gourmet | a connoisseur of food and drink |
disquietude | anxiety |
variegated | having discrete markings of different colors |