GRE Word List
GIST
essence; main point; substance
The meaning of the word gist is essence; main point; substance.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| annihilate | to cause to cease to exist : to do away with entirely so that nothing remains |
| genesis | the origin or coming into being of something |
| incarnation | the act of incarnating : the state of being incarnate |
| impotent | not potent : lacking in power, strength, or vigor : helpless |
| pummel | pound |
| maxim | a general truth, fundamental principle, or rule of conduct |
| hyperbole | extravagant exaggeration (such as "mile-high ice-cream cones") |
| hubris | exaggerated pride or self-confidence |
| impassioned | filled with passion or zeal : showing great warmth or intensity of feeling |
| galleon | a heavy square-rigged sailing ship of the 15th to early 18th centuries used for war or commerce especially by the Spanish |