KJV Word Help Library – Letter V

KJV Words Beginning With V

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

1. Vagabond

Definition/Synonyms:
– wanderer, drifter
Simple meaning: One who moves from place to place without a settled home.
Verse Reference(s): (Genesis 4:12; Acts 19:33)

2. Vain

Definition/Synonyms:
– useless, empty, worthless, meaningless
Simple meaning: Having no real value or purpose.
Verse Reference(s): (Exodus 20:7; 1 Corinthians 15:14)

3. Vain Babblings

Definition/Synonyms:
– empty talk, foolish chatter, meaningless words, idle speech
Simple meaning: Useless, foolish talking that leads nowhere.
Verse Reference(s): (1 Timothy 6:20; 2 Timothy 2:16)

4. Vainglory

Definition/Synonyms:
– pride, boasting, vanity, self-exaltation
Simple meaning: Empty pride that seeks attention.
Verse Reference(s): (Philippians 2:3; Galatians 5:26)

5. Valiant

Definition/Synonyms:
– brave, courageous, bold, heroic
Simple meaning: Showing great bravery.
Verse Reference(s): (Judges 6:12; 1 Samuel 14:52)

6. Vanish Away

Definition/Synonyms:
– disappear, fade, dissolve, pass away
Simple meaning: To fade or disappear completely.
Verse Reference(s): (James 4:14; Psalm 90:9)

7. Vanity

Definition/Synonyms: – emptiness, futility, worthlessness
Simple meaning: Something that has no lasting value.
Verse Reference(s): (Ecclesiastes 1:2; Romans 8:20)

8. Vanquish

Definition/Synonyms:
– defeat, overcome, conquer, triumph over
Simple meaning: To completely defeat an opponent.
Verse Reference(s): (2 Samuel 22:38; Romans 8:37)

9. Variableness

Definition/Synonyms: – changeableness, shifting
Simple meaning: The quality of changing or being inconsistent.
Verse Reference(s): (James 1:17)

10. Variance

Definition/Synonyms:
– disagreement, conflict, division, discord
Simple meaning: A state of conflict or division between people.
Verse Reference(s): (Galatians 5:20; Matthew 10:35)

11. Vex

Definition/Synonyms:
– trouble, annoy, distress, provoke
Simple meaning: To trouble or irritate someone.
Verse Reference(s): (Numbers 25:18; Judges 16:16)

12. Vexation

Definition/Synonyms:
– irritation, trouble, distress, grief
Simple meaning: A feeling of annoyance or deep trouble.
Verse Reference(s): (Ecclesiastes 1:14; Isaiah 65:14)

13. Vials

Definition/Synonyms:
– bowls, containers, cups, vessels
Simple meaning: Containers used to pour out judgments in Revelation.
Verse Reference(s): (Revelation 15:7; Revelation 16:1)

14. Victuals

Definition/Synonyms:
– food, provisions, supplies, nourishment
Simple meaning: Food supplies for eating or travel.
Verse Reference(s): (Joshua 1:11; Genesis 14:11)

15. Virtue

Definition/Synonyms:
– power, goodness, moral strength, purity
Simple meaning: Moral excellence or God’s power working.
Verse Reference(s): (Mark 5:30; 2 Peter 1:5)

16. Visage

Definition/Synonyms:
– face, appearance, countenance, look
Simple meaning: A person’s facial appearance.
Verse Reference(s): (Isaiah 52:14; Daniel 3:19)

17. Vision

Definition/Synonyms:
– revelation, divine sight, prophecy, spiritual insight
Simple meaning: A God-given revelation or spiritual sight.
Verse Reference(s): (Daniel 8:1; Acts 10:3)

18. Vocation

Definition/Synonyms: – calling, purpose
Simple meaning: The calling God has placed on someone’s life.
Verse Reference(s): (Ephesians 4:1; 2 Timothy 1:9)

19. Vow

Definition/Synonyms:
– promise, pledge, oath, commitment
Simple meaning: A solemn promise made to God.
Verse Reference(s): (Ecclesiastes 5:4; Numbers 30:2)