KJV Word Help Library – Letter F
KJV Words Beginning With F
This section of the KJV Word Help Library focuses on words that begin with the letter [F]. 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 F
1. Fables
Definition/Synonyms:
– myths, made-up stories
Simple meaning: False stories that distract from the truth.
Verse Reference(s): (1 Timothy 1:4; 2 Timothy 4:4)
2. Fain
Definition/Synonyms:
– gladly, willingly, eagerly, readily
Simple meaning: Wanting very much to do something.
Verse Reference(s): (Luke 15:16; Job 27:22)
3. Feigned
Definition/Synonyms:
– pretended, false, insincere
Simple meaning: Something done with false intent or not genuine.
Verse Reference(s): (2 Peter 2:3; Psalm 17:1)
4. Fervency
Definition/Synonyms:
– zeal, passion, intensity, earnestness
Simple meaning: Deep warmth or intensity in feeling or purpose.
Verse Reference(s): (Romans 12:11; Colossians 4:12)
5. Fervent
Definition/Synonyms:
– passionate, intense, wholehearted, zealous
Simple meaning: Showing strong, burning passion or devotion.
Verse Reference(s): (James 5:16; 1 Peter 1:22)
6. Fetter
Definition/Synonyms:
– chains, bonds, restraints, shackles
Simple meaning: Something that binds or restricts movement.
Verse Reference(s): (Psalm 105:18; Mark 5:4)
7. Fidelity
Definition/Synonyms:
– faithfulness, loyalty, trustworthiness
Simple meaning: Being faithful and dependable.
Verse Reference(s): (Psalm 89:33; Titus 2:10)
8. Filthy Lucre
Definition/Synonyms:
– dishonest gain, greed, ill-gotten money, corrupt profit
Simple meaning: Money gained in a sinful or dishonest way.
Verse Reference(s): (1 Timothy 3:3; Titus 1:11)
9. Firmament
Definition/Synonyms:
– sky, heavens, expanse, vault
Simple meaning: The expanse of the sky above the earth.
Verse Reference(s): (Genesis 1:6–8; Psalm 19:1)
10. Fitly
Definition/Synonyms:
– appropriately, suitably, perfectly, rightly
Simple meaning: Something arranged or done in the perfect way.
Verse Reference(s): (Ephesians 4:16; Proverbs 25:11)
11. Flax
Definition/Synonyms:
– linen fiber, plant fiber, thread, cord
Simple meaning: A plant used to make linen or thread.
Verse Reference(s): (Joshua 2:6; Isaiah 42:3)
12. Fleece (verb, KJV sense)
Definition/Synonyms:
– strip, take from, test (as Gideon), shear
Simple meaning: To test or seek confirmation from God; or literally, to shear wool.
Verse Reference(s): (Judges 6:37–40; Deuteronomy 18:20)
13. Forbear
Definition/Synonyms:
– hold back, restrain, be patient, refrain
Simple meaning: To hold oneself back from reacting or speaking.
Verse Reference(s): (Colossians 3:13; Romans 2:4)
14. Fornication
Definition/Synonyms:
– sexual immorality, impurity, sinful relations, unchastity
Simple meaning: Sexual relations outside of biblical marriage.
Verse Reference(s): (1 Corinthians 6:18; Galatians 5:19)
15. Froward
Definition/Synonyms:
– stubborn, rebellious, contrary, disobedient
Simple meaning: Someone who is stubbornly difficult and resists what is right.
Verse Reference(s): (Proverbs 2:15; Psalm 18:26)
16. Fulness
Definition/Synonyms:
– completeness, abundance, plenty, wholeness
Simple meaning: Having everything needed—complete and overflowing.
Verse Reference(s): (Psalm 24:1; John 1:16)
17. Furnace
Definition/Synonyms:
– fiery place, oven, hot trial, intense heat
Simple meaning: A place of fire—often symbolizing trials or judgment.
Verse Reference(s): (Daniel 3:17; Matthew 13:42)
18. Fury
Definition/Synonyms:
– anger, wrath, rage, fierce judgment
Simple meaning: Great and intense anger—often referring to God’s righteous judgment.
Verse Reference(s): (Isaiah 63:3; Nahum 1:6)