KJV Word Help Library – Letter U
KJV Words Beginning With U
This section of the KJV Word Help Library focuses on words that begin with the letter [U]. 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 U
1. Ulcerous
Definition/Synonyms:
– sore, infected, diseased, inflamed
Simple meaning: Covered with painful sores.
Verse Reference(s): (Luke 16:20; Job 2:7)
2. Unawares
Definition/Synonyms:
– unexpectedly, suddenly, unknowingly, without noticing
Simple meaning: Happening when someone is not aware.
Verse Reference(s): (Hebrews 13:2; Galatians 2:4)
3. Unclean
Definition/Synonyms:
– impure, defiled, polluted, unholy
Simple meaning: Not pure or made unfit for holy use.
Verse Reference(s): (Leviticus 5:2; Matthew 10:1)
4. Unction
Definition/Synonyms:
– anointing, consecration, empowerment, blessing
Simple meaning: Spiritual anointing or empowerment from God.
Verse Reference(s): (1 John 2:20; 1 John 2:27)
5. Unfeigned
Definition/Synonyms:
– sincere, genuine, honest, true
Simple meaning: Completely sincere, not fake or pretended.
Verse Reference(s): (2 Timothy 1:5; 1 Peter 1:22)
6. Ungird
Definition/Synonyms:
– loosen, unfasten, remove belt, relax
Simple meaning: To loosen or remove a belt or binding.
Verse Reference(s): (Isaiah 5:27; 2 Samuel 20:8)
7. Ungodly
Definition/Synonyms:
– wicked, sinful, unrighteous, unholy
Simple meaning: Living in a way that dishonors God.
Verse Reference(s): (Psalm 1:1; Jude 1:15)
8. Unleavened
Definition/Synonyms:
– without yeast, flat, pure, unfermented
Simple meaning: Bread or grain made without yeast.
Verse Reference(s): (Exodus 12:8; 1 Corinthians 5:7)
9. Unmindful
Definition/Synonyms:
– forgetful, unaware, heedless, neglectful
Simple meaning: Forgetting or not paying attention to something important.
Verse Reference(s): (2 Peter 3:5; Deuteronomy 32:18)
10. Unquenchable
Definition/Synonyms:
– unstoppable, inextinguishable, enduring, relentless
Simple meaning: Something that cannot be put out or stopped.
Verse Reference(s): (Matthew 3:12; Mark 9:43)
11. Unreproveable
Definition/Synonyms: – blameless, without fault
Simple meaning: Not deserving of correction or accusation.
Verse Reference(s): (Colossians 1:22; 1 Timothy 3:10)
12. Unruly
Definition/Synonyms:
– disobedient, disorderly, rebellious, uncontrollable
Simple meaning: Hard to control or refusing correction.
Verse Reference(s): (Titus 1:10; 1 Thessalonians 5:14)
13. Unsearchable
Definition/Synonyms:
– immeasurable, unfathomable, limitless, beyond finding out
Simple meaning: Too great or deep to fully understand.
Verse Reference(s): (Job 5:9; Romans 11:33)
14. Untempered
Definition/Synonyms:
– weak, unreinforced, improperly mixed, unstable
Simple meaning: Not strengthened or properly prepared.
Verse Reference(s): (Ezekiel 13:10; Ezekiel 22:28)
15. Upbraided
Definition/Synonyms: – rebuked, scolded, reproached
Simple meaning: Corrected or spoken to sharply because of wrongdoing or unbelief.
Verse Reference(s): (Mark 16:14; Matthew 11:20)
16. Uphold
Definition/Synonyms:
– support, sustain, strengthen, maintain
Simple meaning: To hold up or support someone or something.
Verse Reference(s): (Psalm 51:12; Isaiah 41:10)
17. Usury
Definition/Synonyms:
– interest, fee, surcharge, lending profit
Simple meaning: Charging interest on a loan.
Verse Reference(s): (Exodus 22:25; Luke 19:23)
18. Utterance
Definition/Synonyms: – speech, expression, words given
Simple meaning: The ability or words given to speak.
Verse Reference(s): (Acts 2:4; Ephesians 6:19)