GRE Word List
GIST
essence; main point; substance
The meaning of the word gist is essence; main point; substance.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| hedonist | a person who is devoted to the pursuit of pleasure : someone who practices hedonism |
| esteem | the regard in which one is held |
| degradation | the act or process of degrading |
| defiance | the act or an instance of defying : challenge |
| tantrum | a fit of bad temper |
| pugilist | fighter |
| accede | to express approval or give consent : to agree to a request or demand |
| graduate | to receive an academic degree or diploma |
| rip | to tear or split apart or open |
| maxim | a general truth, fundamental principle, or rule of conduct |