αἰφνίδιος

aiphnidiosAdjectiveG0160

sudden

From: from a compound of G1 (Α) (as a negative particle) and G5316 (φαίνω) (compare G1810 (ἐξαίφνης)) (meaning non-apparent);

Short Definition

unexpected, i.e. (adverbially) suddenly

Full Lexicon Entry

-*ον *(*αἴφνης *= ἄφνως, suddenly), sudden, unexpected.
LXX Usage: *

Grammar

Part of Speech Adjective

Morphology G:A

DescriptionGreek Adjective

Occurrences

2 times

Appears 2 times in the New Testament. Top books include:

1 Thessalonians
1
Luke
1

Key Passages

  • 1 Thessalonians 5:3
  • Luke 21:34

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