αὐστηρός

austērosAdjectiveG0840

severe

From: from a (presumed) derivative of the same as G109 (ἀήρ) (meaning blown);

Short Definition

rough (properly as a gale), i.e. (figuratively) severe

Full Lexicon Entry

prop., stringent, harsh to the taste. Metaphorical, in Inscr., of a rough country; of disposition and manners, strict, severe (as in π., of an inspector; MM, s v).
Synonyms
σκληρός
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:

Luke
2

Key Passages

  • Luke 19:21
  • Luke 19:22

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