GRE Word List

GIST

essence; main point; substance

The meaning of the word gist is essence; main point; substance.

Random words

WordMeaning
rousinggiving rise to excitement : stirring
belateddelayed beyond the usual time
lowhaving a small upward extension or elevation
felicitousvery well suited or expressed : apt
partitionthe action of parting : the state of being parted : division
blithelacking due thought or consideration : casual
braga pompous or boastful statement
indifferentmarked by a lack of interest, enthusiasm, or concern for something : apathetic
truisman undoubted or self-evident truth
contritefeeling or showing sorrow and remorse for improper or objectionable behavior, actions, etc.