GRE阅读词汇精选笔记

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