ἀστοχέω

astocheōVerbG0795

to deviate

From: from a compound of G1 (Α) (as a negative particle) and (an aim);

Short Definition

to miss the mark, i.e. (figuratively) deviate from truth

Full Lexicon Entry

to miss the mark, fail: with genitive, (so in π., MM, ).
LXX Usage: *

Grammar

Part of Speech Verb

Morphology G:V

DescriptionGreek Verb

Occurrences

3 times

Appears 3 times in the New Testament. Top books include:

1 Timothy
2
2 Timothy
1

Key Passages

  • 1 Timothy 1:6
  • 1 Timothy 6:21
  • 2 Timothy 2:18

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