KJV Word Help Library – Letter W
KJV Words Beginning With W
This section of the KJV Word Help Library focuses on words that begin with the letter [W]. 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 W
1. Wanton
Definition/Synonyms:
– reckless, undisciplined, immoral, unrestrained
Simple meaning: Acting without control or moral restraint.
Verse Reference(s): (Isaiah 3:16; Proverbs 7:11)
2. Wax / Waxed
Definition/Synonyms:
– grow, become, increase, develop
Simple meaning: To grow or become something over time.
Verse Reference(s): (Matthew 24:12; 1 Samuel 2:26)
3. Whelp
Definition/Synonyms:
– young animal, cub, offspring, little one
Simple meaning: A young animal such as a lion or dog.
Verse Reference(s): (Genesis 49:9; Ezekiel 19:2)
4. Whence
Definition/Synonyms:
– from where, from which place, out of, from whither
Simple meaning: Asking or referring to the place something comes from.
Verse Reference(s): (James 3:11; John 7:28)
5. Whither
Definition/Synonyms:
– to where, to what place, where to, toward
Simple meaning: Asking where something or someone is going.
Verse Reference(s): (John 14:5; Genesis 37:30)
6. Whoremongers
Definition/Synonyms: – sexually immoral, fornicators
Simple meaning: Those who practice sexual sin outside of God’s design.
Verse Reference(s): (Hebrews 13:4; Ephesians 5:5)
7. Wiles
Definition/Synonyms:
– tricks, schemes, deceit, cunning
Simple meaning: Clever and deceptive schemes.
Verse Reference(s): (Ephesians 6:11; 2 Corinthians 2:11)
8. Wilt
Definition/Synonyms:
– will you, do you want to, desire to, choose to
Simple meaning: An old form of “will you.”
Verse Reference(s): (Matthew 8:2; John 5:6)
9. Wistful
(Note: appears in some older English writings but not in KJV; replacing with a KJV-used term.)
Correct Word: Withal
Definition/Synonyms:
– besides, moreover, together with, also
Simple meaning: Meaning “in addition to” or “besides.”
Verse Reference(s): (1 Corinthians 9:12; Luke 18:29)
10. Witness
Definition/Synonyms: – testimony, evidence, one who testifies
Simple meaning: A person who tells what they have seen or know to be true.
Verse Reference(s): (Acts 1:8; Revelation 1:5)
11. Woe
Definition/Synonyms:
– sorrow, judgment, misery, calamity
Simple meaning: A warning of sorrow or judgment.
Verse Reference(s): (Matthew 23:13; Revelation 8:13)
12. Wont
Definition/Synonyms:
– accustomed, used to, habitual, practiced
Simple meaning: Something done regularly or by habit.
Verse Reference(s): (Daniel 6:10; Luke 22:39)
13. Wot / Wist
Definition/Synonyms:
– know, understand, be aware, perceive
Simple meaning: To know or understand something.
Verse Reference(s): (Exodus 32:1; Acts 12:9)
14. Wotst / Wottest
Definition/Synonyms:
– you know, you understand, you realize, you perceive
Simple meaning: Old English form meaning “you know.”
Verse Reference(s): (Genesis 44:15; John 21:17)
15. Wrest
Definition/Synonyms:
– twist, distort, misinterpret, wrench
Simple meaning: To twist something out of its true meaning.
Verse Reference(s): (2 Peter 3:16; Psalm 56:5)
16. Wretched
Definition/Synonyms:
– miserable, afflicted, poor, pitiful
Simple meaning: In a miserable, deeply troubled condition.
Verse Reference(s): (Romans 7:24; Revelation 3:17)
17. Wrought
Definition/Synonyms:
– made, done, performed, shaped
Simple meaning: Did or accomplished something; worked.
Verse Reference(s): (Exodus 36:4; Ephesians 2:10)