GRE Word List

GIST

essence; main point; substance

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

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WordMeaning
problematicposing a problem : difficult to solve or decide
misgivingsa feeling of doubt or suspicion especially concerning a future event
dissectionthe act or process of dissecting : the state of being dissected
affiliationthe state or relation of being closely associated or affiliated with a particular person, group, party, company, etc.
ecstasya state of overwhelming emotion
accompliceone associated with another especially in wrongdoing
warymarked by keen caution, cunning, and watchfulness especially in detecting and escaping danger
bruntthe principal force, shock, or stress (as of an attack)
surpassto become better, greater, or stronger than : exceed
serenitythe quality or state of being serene