GRE Word List
GIST
essence; main point; substance
The meaning of the word gist is essence; main point; substance.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| context | the parts of a discourse that surround a word or passage and can throw light on its meaning |
| docile | easily taught |
| haughtiness | blatantly and disdainfully proud : having or showing an attitude of superiority and contempt for people or things perceived to be inferior |
| belated | delayed beyond the usual time |
| weary | exhausted in strength, endurance, vigor, or freshness |
| convoke | to call together to a meeting |
| commemorative | intended as a commemoration |
| muse | to become absorbed in thought |
| coquette | a woman who endeavors without sincere affection to gain the attention and admiration of men |
| pseudonym | a fictitious name |