GRE Word List
GIST
essence; main point; substance
The meaning of the word gist is essence; main point; substance.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| scabbard | a sheath for a sword, dagger, or bayonet |
| termination | end in time or existence : conclusion |
| contrite | feeling or showing sorrow and remorse for improper or objectionable behavior, actions, etc. |
| belated | delayed beyond the usual time |
| militant | engaged in warfare or combat : fighting |
| subsidiary | furnishing aid or support : auxiliary |
| preen | to groom with the bill especially by rearranging the barbs and barbules of the feathers and by distributing oil from the uropygial gland |
| implement | a device used in the performance of a task : tool |
| histrionic | deliberately affected : overly dramatic or emotional : theatrical |
| pervasive | existing in or spreading through every part of something |