GRE Word List
GIST
essence; main point; substance
The meaning of the word gist is essence; main point; substance.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| incessant | continuing or following without interruption : unceasing |
| dilapidated | decayed, deteriorated, or fallen into partial ruin especially through neglect or misuse |
| regicide | a person who kills a king |
| firebrand | a piece of burning wood |
| unwieldy | not easily managed, handled, or used (as because of bulk, weight, complexity, or awkwardness) : cumbersome |
| clarion | a medieval trumpet with clear shrill tones |
| glean | to gather grain or other produce left by reapers |
| malodorous | having a bad odor |
| cynosure | the northern constellation Ursa Minor |
| cipher | zero |