GRE Word Pictures K - 1 to 5

1. 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



2. kernel - central or vital part; core; The inner, usually edible seed of a nut or fruit stone

3. killjoy - grouch; spoilsport; one who intentionally spoils the pleasure of others; grouch;bad-tempered; person who keeps complaining; V: complain; grumble

4. kindle - start a fire; ignite; inspire; arouse

5. kindred - related; belonging to the same group; similar innature or character; Ex. kindred languages; N: relative; kin; kinship