Definition of gist

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  • gist is a valid Scrabble US word with a point value of 5
  • gist is a valid Scrabble UK word with a point value of 5
  • gist is a valid Words with friends word with a point value of 6

Definition of gist

  • the central meaning or theme of a speech or literary work (noun)

    Synonyms

    1. burden
    2. core
    3. effect
    4. essence
  • the choicest or most essential or most vital part of some idea or experience (noun)

    Examples

    1. the gist of the prosecutor's argument

    Synonyms

    1. center
    2. centre
    3. core
    4. essence
    5. heart
    6. heart and soul
    7. inwardness
    8. kernel
    9. marrow
    10. meat
    11. nitty-gritty
    12. nub
    13. pith
    14. substance
    15. sum

See definition of gist in Merriam Webster