• Meaning – A tube-shaped optical instrument that is rotated to produce a succession of symmetrical designs by means of mirrors reflecting the constantly changing patterns made by bits of colored glass at one end of the tube.

• Synonyms – Multicolor
  

• Antonyms - Monochrome
  

• Usage – The bustling market streets are a kaleidoscope of color.

2. KEN

• Meaning – range of knowledge or perception.

• Synonyms – perception, understanding,  grasp, fathom.
  

• Antonyms - imperception, misunderstanding, incomprehension

• Usage – beyond the ken of average layman.
  

3. KILLJOY

• Meaning – One who spoils the enthusiasm or fun of others.

• Synonyms – spoilsport, wet blanket, party pooper

• Antonyms – celebrator.
  

• Usage – danny, don’t be such a killjoy.
  

4. KINDLE

• Meaning – To set fire to; ignite.

• Synonyms – inspire, excite, ignite, thrill, provoke, stimulate.
  

• Antonyms – quell, extinguish, quench.
  

• Usage – The kernel coding kindled his interest in Linux.
  

5. KINDRED

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• Meaning – A group of related persons, as a clan or tribe.

• Synonyms – clan, kinsfolk, allied, related.
  

• Antonyms – irrelevant, noncorresponding, unaffiliated, unrelated

• Usage – He gave close attention to natural history, astronomy and kindred subjects.

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