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 time

Appears 1 time in the New Testament. Top books include:

Titus
1

Key Passages

  • Titus 1:8

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