GRE Word List

GIST

essence; main point; substance

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

Random words

WordMeaning
ligneousof or resembling wood
incidentan occurrence of an action or situation that is a separate unit of experience : happening
foliagea representation of leaves, flowers, and branches for architectural ornamentation
posthumousborn after the death of the father
frustrateto balk or defeat in an endeavor
secularof or relating to the worldly or temporal
presumeto undertake without leave or clear justification : dare
gushto issue copiously or violently
credulityreadiness or willingness to believe especially on slight or uncertain evidence
mirthgladness or gaiety as shown by or accompanied with laughter