ἀνόητος

anoētosAdjectiveG0453

foolish

From: from G1 (Α) (as a negative particle) and a derivative of G3539 (νοιέω);

Short Definition

unintelligent; by implication, sensual

Full Lexicon Entry

1.not thought on, not understood (Hom., Plat.).
2.not understanding, foolish (Hdt., LXX)
Synonyms
*ἀσύνετος *(see Tr., Syn., § LXXv)
LXX Usage: (אֱוִיל)

Grammar

Part of Speech Adjective

Morphology G:A

DescriptionGreek Adjective

Occurrences

6 times

Appears 6 times in the New Testament. Top books include:

Galatians
2
1 Timothy
1
Luke
1
Romans
1
Titus
1

Key Passages

  • 1 Timothy 6:9
  • Galatians 3:1
  • Galatians 3:3
  • Luke 24:25
  • Romans 1:14

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