KJV Word Help Library – Letter A

LETTER A

1. Abase

Definition/Synonyms:
– humble, lower, bring down, reduce
Simple meaning: To make oneself low or humble.
Verse Reference(s): (Philippians 4:12)

2. Abba

Definition/Synonyms:
– father, papa, intimate father
Simple meaning: A tender, personal way of calling God “Father.”
Verse Reference(s): (Romans 8:15; Galatians 4:6)

3. Abide

Definition/Synonyms:
– remain, stay, continue, dwell
Simple meaning: To stay or continue in a place or relationship.
Verse Reference(s): (John 15:4)

4. Abominable

Definition/Synonyms:
– detestable, hateful, vile, disgusting
Simple meaning: Something God sees as extremely sinful or offensive.
Verse Reference(s): (Titus 1:16)

5. Abound

Definition/Synonyms:
– overflow, increase, multiply, be plentiful
Simple meaning: To have more than enough; to overflow.
Verse Reference(s): (Philippians 1:9)

6. Abstain

Definition/Synonyms:
– refrain, avoid, hold back, resist
Simple meaning: To keep away from something harmful or sinful.
Verse Reference(s): (1 Thessalonians 5:22)

7. Accord

Definition/Synonyms:
– agreement, unity, harmony, togetherness
Simple meaning: To be united or in full agreement.
Verse Reference(s): (Acts 1:14)

8. Acquaint

Definition/Synonyms:
– know, learn, become familiar, understand
Simple meaning: To become familiar with someone or something.
Verse Reference(s): (Job 22:21)

9. Adjure

Definition/Synonyms:
– command solemnly, charge, urge earnestly
Simple meaning: To strongly command or require someone under oath.
Verse Reference(s): (Matthew 26:63; 1 Thessalonians 5:27)

10. Admonish

Definition/Synonyms:
– warn, advise, caution, instruct
Simple meaning: To lovingly warn or correct someone.
Verse Reference(s): (Romans 15:14)

11. Adorn

Definition/Synonyms:
– decorate, beautify, clothe
Simple meaning: To make beautiful, especially in character or behavior.
Verse Reference(s): (Titus 2:10; 1 Peter 3:4)

12. Adversary

Definition/Synonyms:
– enemy, opponent, rival, foe
Simple meaning: Someone who opposes you; often used for Satan.
Verse Reference(s): (1 Peter 5:8)

13. Affirm

Definition/Synonyms:
– confirm, declare, assert
Simple meaning: To state something firmly as true.
Verse Reference(s): (Romans 15:8; Philippians 1:7)

14. Afflicted

Definition/Synonyms:
– troubled, distressed, suffering, burdened
Simple meaning: To feel hardship, pain, or distress.
Verse Reference(s): (James 5:13)

15. Agone

Definition/Synonyms:
– gone, past, formerly, previously
Simple meaning: Something that happened long ago or in the past.
Verse Reference(s): (1 Samuel 30:13)

16. Ahabited (archaic spelling) — “Habited” in modern terms

(Used in older English forms; appears in Apocryphal/early writings, so replacing with a more relevant KJV word.)

Replacement Word: Amaze
Definition/Synonyms:
– astonish, surprise, astound, overwhelm
Simple meaning: To fill with wonder or overwhelming surprise.
Verse Reference(s): (Acts 3:10)

17. Allegory

Definition/Synonyms:
– symbolic story, figurative representation
Simple meaning: A story with a deeper spiritual meaning.
Verse Reference(s): (Galatians 4:24)

18. Allure

Definition/Synonyms:
– attract, entice, draw
Simple meaning: To gently draw or persuade someone.
Verse Reference(s): (Hosea 2:14)

19. Alms

Definition/Synonyms:
– charity, giving, donations, gifts to the poor
Simple meaning: Gifts or help given to the poor.
Verse Reference(s): (Matthew 6:3)

20. Altogether

Definition/Synonyms:
– completely, wholly, entirely, fully
Simple meaning: Fully or completely, leaving nothing out.
Verse Reference(s): (Psalm 19:9)

21. Amazed

Definition/Synonyms:
– astonished, shocked, surprised, in awe
Simple meaning: To be filled with sudden wonder or great surprise.
Verse Reference(s): (Mark 1:27)

22. Ambassador

Definition/Synonyms:
– representative, messenger, envoy
Simple meaning: One who represents another, especially Christ.
Verse Reference(s): (2 Corinthians 5:20; Ephesians 6:20)

23. Assaying

Definition/Synonyms:
– attempting, trying, endeavoring
Simple meaning: Making an attempt to do something.
Verse Reference(s): (Acts 9:26)

24. Asunder

Definition/Synonyms:
– apart, separated, divided
Simple meaning: Completely separated or torn apart.
Verse Reference(s): (Hebrews 4:12; Matthew 27:51)

25. Atonement

Definition/Synonyms:
– reconciliation, covering for sin
Simple meaning: Making peace with God through sacrifice.
Verse Reference(s): (Romans 5:11; Leviticus 17:11)

26. Attain

Definition/Synonyms:
– reach, obtain, achieve
Simple meaning: To reach or receive something desired.
Verse Reference(s): (Philippians 3:11–12)