GRE Word List

GIST

essence; main point; substance

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

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resoundto become filled with sound : reverberate
pernicioushighly injurious or destructive : deadly
assuageto lessen the intensity of (something that pains or distresses) : ease
codaa concluding musical section that is formally distinct from the main structure
ransackto look through thoroughly in often a rough way
coagulateto cause to become viscous or thickened into a coherent mass : curdle
heydaythe period of one's greatest popularity, vigor, or prosperity
barefacedhaving the face uncovered:
foraya sudden or irregular invasion or attack for war or spoils : raid
shangri-laa remote beautiful imaginary place where life approaches perfection : utopia