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 timesAppears 2 times in the New Testament. Top books include:
Luke
2
Key Passages
- Luke 19:21
- Luke 19:22
Go beyond grammar.
See how this word works across context, usage, and meaning with AI-assisted word study built for serious Bible study.
Context-aware insightsOriginal language depthFast, practical workflow
Word Study Preview
Live Tool
logos (G3056)
word, saying, account