Dictionary and Thesaurus

Definition of Gist

• (n.) A resting place.
• (n.) 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 of Gist

• Effect
• Essence
• Burden
• Core
• Kernel
• Substance
• Core
• Center
• Centre
• Essence
• Heart
• Heart And Soul
• Inwardness
• Marrow
• Meat
• Nub
• Pith
• Sum
• Nitty-Gritty

Antonyms of Gist

Homophones of Gist