GRE Word List
GIST
essence; main point; substance
The meaning of the word gist is essence; main point; substance.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| convoluted | having convolutions |
| gambit | a chess opening in which a player risks one or more pawns or a minor piece to gain an advantage in position |
| capacious | containing or capable of containing a great deal |
| alias | otherwise called : otherwise known as |
| lateral | of or relating to the side |
| lucrative | producing wealth : profitable |
| correlate | either of two things so related that one directly implies or is complementary to the other (such as husband and wife) |
| unequivocal | leaving no doubt : clear |
| sheer | unqualified |
| lagoon | a shallow sound, channel, or pond near or communicating with a larger body of water |