GRE Word List
GIST
essence; main point; substance
The meaning of the word gist is essence; main point; substance.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| replicate | duplicate |
| drastic | acting rapidly or violently |
| embellish | to make beautiful with ornamentation : decorate |
| healthful | beneficial to health of body or mind |
| hap | happening |
| consecrate | dedicated to a sacred purpose |
| clot | a portion of a substance adhering together in a thick nondescript mass (as of clay or gum) |
| antediluvian | of or relating to the period before the flood described in the Bible |
| substantive | having substance : involving matters of major or practical importance to all concerned |
| methodical | arranged, characterized by, or performed with method or order |