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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 | 
