Barron GRE word list - K
kaleidoscope
tube in which patterns made by the reflection in mirrors of colored pieces of glass, etc. produce interesting symmetrical effects; series of changing events; Ex. kaleidoscope of European history; CF. beautiful
ken
range of knowledge; Ex. beyond ones ken
kernel
central or vital part; core; whole seed
killjoy
grouch; spoilsport; one who intentionally spoils the pleasure of others
kindle
start a fire; ignite; inspire; arouse
kindred
related; belonging to the same group; similar in nature or character; Ex. kindred languages; N: relative; kin; kinship
kinetic
producing motion; of motion
kismet
fate; destiny; Ex. Kismet is the Arabic word for fate.
kleptomaniac
person who has a compulsive desire to steal
knack
special talent; art
knave
untrustworthy person; rogue; scoundrel; jack; N. knavery
knead
mix; work dough; mix and work into a uniform mass ; Ex. knead dough
