KJV Word Help Library – Letter I
KJV Words Beginning With I
This section of the KJV Word Help Library focuses on words that begin with the letter [I]. 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 I
1. Ignorant
Definition/Synonyms:
– unaware, uninformed, lacking knowledge, unlearned
Simple meaning: Not knowing or understanding something.
Verse Reference(s): (Acts 17:23; 1 Timothy 1:13)
2. Impenitent
Definition/Synonyms:
– unrepentant, stubborn, hardened
Simple meaning: Refusing to repent or turn from sin.
Verse Reference(s): (Romans 2:5)
3. Implore (root: importune / intreat)
Definition/Synonyms:
– beg, plead, request earnestly, urge
Simple meaning: To ask someone seriously and urgently.
Verse Reference(s): (Luke 18:5 – “importune”; Genesis 25:21 – “intreated”)
4. Impute
Definition/Synonyms:
– credit, assign, charge, attribute
Simple meaning: To count something as belonging to someone.
Verse Reference(s): (Romans 4:8; 2 Corinthians 5:19)
5. Indignation
Definition/Synonyms:
– anger, wrath, displeasure, fury
Simple meaning: Strong anger toward something wrong or unjust.
Verse Reference(s): (Romans 2:8; Mark 10:14)
6. Inequity (root: iniquity)
Definition/Synonyms:
– sin, wickedness, injustice, wrongdoing
Simple meaning: Evil behavior or unjust actions against God’s standard.
Verse Reference(s): (Isaiah 53:6; Psalm 51:5)
7. Infallible
Definition/Synonyms:
– certain, unquestionable, without error
Simple meaning: Unable to fail or be wrong.
Verse Reference(s): (Acts 1:3)
8. Infamy
Definition/Synonyms:
– disgrace, shame, dishonor, bad reputation
Simple meaning: Being known for something evil or shameful.
Verse Reference(s): (Proverbs 6:33 – implied in “dishonour”; Ezekiel 22:4)
9. Infirmity
Definition/Synonyms:
– weakness, frailty, illness, limitation
Simple meaning: A physical or spiritual weakness.
Verse Reference(s): (Romans 8:26; Matthew 8:17)
10. Ingratiate (root: ingratiating behaviors)
Definition/Synonyms:
– flatter, seek favor, win approval, please
Simple meaning: Trying to gain someone’s favor through pleasing words or actions.
Verse Reference(s): (Proverbs 29:5)
11. Injurious
Definition/Synonyms:
– harmful, hurtful, damaging, destructive
Simple meaning: Causing harm or injury.
Verse Reference(s): (1 Timothy 1:13)
12. Insolent (root: despiteful)
Definition/Synonyms:
– arrogant, disrespectful, bold, rude
Simple meaning: Acting proudly and disrespectfully toward others.
Verse Reference(s): (Ezekiel 25:15 – “despiteful”; Acts 14:5 – context of mistreatment)
13. Insomuch
Definition/Synonyms:
– so much that, to such an extent, therefore, consequently
Simple meaning: To such a degree that something happens.
Verse Reference(s): (Matthew 13:54; Mark 2:12)
14. Instant
Definition/Synonyms:
– immediate, urgent, persistent, continual
Simple meaning: Showing steady, persistent effort or urgency.
Verse Reference(s): (Romans 12:12; 2 Timothy 4:2)
15. Instigate (root: provoke)
Definition/Synonyms:
– stir up, urge on, incite, encourage action
Simple meaning: To push someone to act, often in a negative way.
Verse Reference(s): (Proverbs 15:1; Hebrews 10:24 – positive form “provoke unto love”)
16. Intermeddle
Definition/Synonyms:
– interfere, involve oneself, meddle, intrude
Simple meaning: To get involved in something that’s not your business.
Verse Reference(s): (Proverbs 14:10)
17. Intreat (Entreat)
Definition/Synonyms:
– plead, beg, request earnestly, ask urgently
Simple meaning: To ask someone sincerely and earnestly for something.
Verse Reference(s): (Ruth 1:16; Exodus 8:8)