GRE Word List

GIST

essence; main point; substance

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

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WordMeaning
plumpto drop, sink, or come in contact suddenly or heavily
accoutreto provide with equipment or furnishings : outfit
inclineto bend the head or body forward : bow
monotonytedious sameness
remoteseparated by an interval or space greater than usual
pulsethe regular expansion of an artery caused by the ejection of blood into the arterial system by the contractions of the heart
perditioneternal damnation
elevationthe height to which something is elevated: such as
offensivemaking attack : aggressive
malleablecapable of being extended or shaped by beating with a hammer or by the pressure of rollers