GRE Word List
GIST
essence; main point; substance
The meaning of the word gist is essence; main point; substance.
Random words
| Word | Meaning | 
|---|---|
| imperial | of, relating to, befitting, or suggestive of an empire or an emperor | 
| urbane | notably polite or polished in manner | 
| stickler | one who insists on exactness or completeness in the observance of something | 
| cadaver | a dead body | 
| chore | the regular or daily light work of a household or farm | 
| drip | to let fall in drops | 
| celerity | rapidity of motion or action | 
| qualms | a feeling of uneasiness about a point especially of conscience or propriety | 
| implore | to make an earnest request to (someone) : beg | 
| pertinacious | adhering resolutely to an opinion, purpose, or design |