χείρων

cheirōnAdjectiveG5501

worse than

From: irregular comparative of G2556 (κακός);

Short Definition

from an obsolete equivalent (of uncertain derivation); more evil or aggravated (physically, mentally or morally)

Full Lexicon Entry

τὸ χεῖρον.
LXX Usage: B, *

Grammar

Part of Speech Adjective

Morphology G:A

DescriptionGreek Adjective

Occurrences

11 times

Appears 11 times in the New Testament. Top books include:

Matthew
3
Mark
2
1 Timothy
1
2 Peter
1
2 Timothy
1

Key Passages

  • 1 Timothy 5:8
  • 2 Timothy 3:13
  • John 5:14
  • Matthew 12:45
  • Matthew 9:16

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