ἐγκρατής
egkratēsAdjectiveG1468
self-controlled
From: from G1722 (ἐν) and G2904 (κράτος);
Short Definition
strong in a thing (masterful), i.e. (figuratively and reflexively) self-controlled (in appetite, etc.)
Full Lexicon Entry
1.strong, powerful.
2.C. genitive of thing(s), master of, hence
3.(sc. ἑαυτοῦ), self -controlled, exercising self-control
Synonyms
*σώφρων *(see reff. s. ἐγκράτεια).
Grammar
Part of Speech Adjective
Morphology G:A
DescriptionGreek Adjective
Occurrences
1 timeAppears 1 time in the New Testament. Top books include:
Titus
1
Key Passages
- Titus 1:8
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