GRE Word List
GIST
essence; main point; substance
The meaning of the word gist is essence; main point; substance.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| parvenu | one that has recently or suddenly risen to an unaccustomed position of wealth or power and has not yet gained the prestige, dignity, or manner associated with it |
| reminiscence | apprehension of a Platonic idea as if it had been known in a previous existence |
| immune | not susceptible or responsive |
| induct | to put in formal possession (as of a benefice or office) : install |
| invoke | to petition for help or support |
| effective | producing a decided, decisive, or desired effect |
| translucent | permitting the passage of light: |
| preposterous | contrary to nature, reason, or common sense : absurd |
| inveterate | confirmed in a habit : habitual |
| enact | to establish by legal and authoritative act |