KJV Word Help Library – Letter O

KJV Words Beginning With O

This section of the KJV Word Help Library focuses on words that begin with the letter [O]. 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.

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LETTER O

1. Obeisance

Definition/Synonyms:
— bowing, honoring, reverence, deep respect
Simple Meaning: Showing deep respect by bowing.
Verse Reference(s): (Genesis 37:7; 1 Kings 1:23)

2. Oblation

Definition/Synonyms:
— offering, sacrifice, gift, tribute
Simple Meaning: A gift or sacrifice offered to God.
Verse Reference(s): (Ezekiel 20:28; Hebrews 10:14)

3. Obscure

Definition/Synonyms:
— hidden, unclear, darkened, concealed
Simple Meaning: Something not easily seen or understood.
Verse Reference(s): (Job 3:9; Proverbs 4:19)

4. Odious

Definition/Synonyms:
— hateful, despised, offensive, detestable
Simple Meaning: Something strongly disliked or hated.
Verse Reference(s): (Proverbs 30:23; Exodus 5:21)

5. Offscouring

Definition/Synonyms:
— refuse, garbage, filth, outcast
Simple Meaning: Someone treated as worthless or thrown away.
Verse Reference(s): (1 Corinthians 4:13; Lamentations 3:45)

6. Oft

Definition/Synonyms: – often, frequently
Simple meaning: Many times.
Verse Reference(s): (Psalm 106:43; 2 Corinthians 11:23)

7. Omer

Definition/Synonyms:
— a measure, tenth part of ephah, portion, allotment
Simple Meaning: An ancient measurement of grain or manna.
Verse Reference(s): (Exodus 16:16; Exodus 16:36)

8. Oracle

Definition/Synonyms:
— message from God, divine word, revelation, utterance
Simple Meaning: A message spoken or given by God.
Verse Reference(s): (1 Kings 6:5; Romans 3:2)

9. Oration

Definition/Synonyms:
— speech, formal address
Simple Meaning: A public speech.
Verse Reference(s): (Acts 12:21)

10. Ordained

Definition/Synonyms: – appointed, established
Simple meaning: Chosen or appointed for a purpose.
Verse Reference(s): (Acts 13:48; Romans 13:1)

11. Ordinance

Definition/Synonyms:
— command, statute, decree, rule
Simple Meaning: A rule or command given by God.
Verse Reference(s): (Exodus 12:14; Ezekiel 43:18)

12. Ought

Definition/Synonyms:
— owe, must, should, obligated
Simple Meaning: Something a person is responsible or expected to do.
Verse Reference(s): (Luke 18:1; Romans 13:8)

13. Outlandish

Definition/Synonyms:
— foreign, strange, unfamiliar, foreign-born
Simple Meaning: Something foreign or unfamiliar to God’s people.
Verse Reference(s): (Nehemiah 13:26; Deuteronomy 17:15)

14. Overcharge

Definition/Synonyms:
— burden, weigh down, overload, overwhelm
Simple Meaning: Carrying or feeling a heavy load or weight.
Verse Reference(s): (Luke 21:34; 2 Corinthians 2:5–6)

15. Overmuch

Definition/Synonyms:
— too much, excessive, overly, extreme
Simple Meaning: Going beyond what is necessary or wise.
Verse Reference(s): (Ecclesiastes 7:16–17; 2 Corinthians 2:7)

16. Overrun

Definition/Synonyms:
— overflow, spread, invade, overtake
Simple Meaning: To overflow or spread beyond limits.
Verse Reference(s): (Joel 2:9; Joshua 3:16)

17. Overshadow

Definition/Synonyms:
— cover, protect, envelope, surround
Simple Meaning: To be covered or surrounded by God’s presence.
Verse Reference(s): (Luke 1:35; Psalm 91:4)

18. Overthrow

Definition/Synonyms:
— destroy, pull down, overturn, defeat
Simple Meaning: To bring something or someone down completely.
Verse Reference(s): (Genesis 19:25; Proverbs 14:11)