gist (Meaning)
gist (n)
the central meaning or theme of a speech or literary work
the choicest or most essential or most vital part of some idea or experience
gist (n.)
A resting place.
The main point, as of a question; the point on which an action rests; the pith of a matter; as, the gist of a question.
Synonyms & Antonyms of gist
gist Sentence Examples
- The gist of the article was clear: the government had overspent.
- I couldn't grasp the gist of the lecture; it was too complex.
- The manager gave me the gist of the project in a brief email.
- The news report provided only the gist of the incident, leaving out many details.
- I couldn't make sense of the gist of the novel; it was too abstract.
- The gist of the conversation was that we needed to find a solution soon.
- The gist of the agreement was that both parties would benefit.
- The gist of their argument was that the policy was unfair.
- The teacher tried to convey the gist of the lesson in a simple way.
- The gist of the message was that the meeting had been canceled.
FAQs About the word gist
the central meaning or theme of a speech or literary work, the choicest or most essential or most vital part of some idea or experienceA resting place., The mai
sum, kernel, heart, core, point, root,essence, meat, tenor, theme
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The gist of the article was clear: the government had overspent.
I couldn't grasp the gist of the lecture; it was too complex.
The manager gave me the gist of the project in a brief email.
The news report provided only the gist of the incident, leaving out many details.
