KJV Word Help Library – Letter B
KJV Words Beginning With B
This section of the KJV Word Help Library focuses on words that begin with the letter [B]. Each word includes modern synonyms, a simple sentence to explain its meaning, and Bible verses that show how the word is used in Scripture. These definitions are designed to help you read the King James Bible with clarity and understanding, no matter your level of familiarity with older English.
LETTER B
1. Backbiting
Definition/Synonyms:
– slander, gossip, speaking against, defaming
Simple meaning: Speaking badly about someone behind their back.
Verse Reference(s): (Romans 1:30; 2 Corinthians 12:20)
2. Banns
Definition/Synonyms:
– proclamation, announcement, public notice, declaration
Simple meaning: A public announcement of marriage.
Verse Reference(s): (Although found in older English tradition, reflected in concept within: John 2:1–2; Genesis 24:67)
3. Banqueting
Definition/Synonyms:
– feasting, drinking parties, celebrations, reveling
Simple meaning: Attending gatherings focused on feasting and drinking.
Verse Reference(s): (1 Peter 4:3; Song of Solomon 2:4)
4. Barbarous
Definition/Synonyms:
– uncivilized, foreign, harsh, rough
Simple meaning: Describes people seen as foreign or speaking an unfamiliar language.
Verse Reference(s): (Acts 28:2; Colossians 3:11)
5. Barren
Definition/Synonyms:
– unfruitful, empty, infertile, unproductive
Simple meaning: Unable to produce fruit, results, or children.
Verse Reference(s): (Luke 1:7; John 15:2)
6. Begat
Definition/Synonyms:
– fathered, produced, brought forth, became the parent of
Simple meaning: To father or bring a child into the world.
Verse Reference(s): (Matthew 1:2; Genesis 5:3)
7. Beguile
Definition/Synonyms:
– deceive, trick, mislead, fool
Simple meaning: To deceive someone through charm or subtle influence.
Verse Reference(s): (2 Corinthians 11:3; Colossians 2:4)
8. Behooved
Definition/Synonyms:
– necessary, required, fitting
Simple meaning: Something that must happen or is necessary.
Verse Reference(s): (Luke 24:46; Hebrews 2:17)
9. Belie
Definition/Synonyms:
– contradict, misrepresent, disguise, falsify
Simple meaning: To give a false idea of something.
Verse Reference(s): (Jeremiah 5:12; Proverbs 30:6)
10. Beloved
Definition/Synonyms:
– dearly loved, cherished, treasured, valued
Simple meaning: Someone greatly loved and cared for.
Verse Reference(s): (Ephesians 5:1; 1 John 4:7)
11. Beseech
Definition/Synonyms:
– beg, plead, earnestly ask
Simple meaning: To ask urgently or humbly.
Verse Reference(s): (Romans 12:1; 2 Corinthians 5:20)
12. Beset
Definition/Synonyms:
– surround, entangle, trouble
Simple meaning: To be surrounded or hindered, especially by sin or trouble.
Verse Reference(s): (Hebrews 12:1; Psalm 18:5)
13. Besought
Definition/Synonyms:
– begged, pleaded, entreated, asked earnestly
Simple meaning: To ask someone urgently and sincerely.
Verse Reference(s): (2 Corinthians 5:20; Mark 1:40)
14. Bestow
Definition/Synonyms:
– give, grant, present, offer
Simple meaning: To give something as a gift or blessing.
Verse Reference(s): (1 Corinthians 13:3; Luke 12:48)
15. Betimes
Definition/Synonyms:
– early, promptly, quickly, without delay
Simple meaning: To do something early or ahead of time.
Verse Reference(s): (Psalm 119:147; Proverbs 13:24)
16. Betwixt
Definition/Synonyms:
– between, in the middle
Simple meaning: Being between two things or choices.
Verse Reference(s): (Philippians 1:23; Genesis 1:6)
17. Bewitched
Definition/Synonyms:
– deceived, misled, influenced wrongly
Simple meaning: Led away from truth by deception.
Verse Reference(s): (Galatians 3:1)
18. Bewray
Definition/Synonyms:
– reveal, expose, disclose, uncover
Simple meaning: To expose or make something known.
Verse Reference(s): (Proverbs 27:16; Matthew 26:73)
19. Bid
Definition/Synonyms:
– command, invite, tell
Simple meaning: To tell or command someone to do something.
Verse Reference(s): (Matthew 22:9; John 2:5)
20. Blaspheme
Definition/Synonyms:
– speak irreverently, insult God, profane, mock
Simple meaning: To speak disrespectfully about God or holy things.
Verse Reference(s): (Mark 3:29; Acts 26:11)
21. Borne
Definition/Synonyms:
– carried, endured, lifted
Simple meaning: To carry a burden or endure something.
Verse Reference(s): (Isaiah 53:4; Galatians 6:2)
22. Bowels (KJV sense: deep inner feelings)
Definition/Synonyms:
– compassion, affection, mercy, tender feelings
Simple meaning: Deep inner compassion or heartfelt emotion.
Verse Reference(s): (Philippians 1:8; Colossians 3:12)
23. Brawlers
Definition/Synonyms:
– fighters, quarrelsome people
Simple meaning: Those who argue or fight aggressively.
Verse Reference(s): (Titus 3:2; 1 Timothy 3:3)
24. Brethren
Definition/Synonyms:
– brothers, fellow believers
Simple meaning: Members of the family of faith.
Verse Reference(s): (Romans 12:1; Hebrews 2:11)
25. Bridleth
Definition/Synonyms:
– restrains, controls
Simple meaning: To control, especially the tongue.
Verse Reference(s): (James 1:26; James 3:2)
26. Brute
Definition/Synonyms:
– beast-like, unreasoning
Simple meaning: Acting without understanding or spiritual awareness.
Verse Reference(s): (2 Peter 2:12; Jude 1:10)
27. Buffeted
Definition/Synonyms:
– struck, beaten, troubled
Simple meaning: To be hit or severely troubled.
Verse Reference(s): (Matthew 26:67; 2 Corinthians 12:7)