ἐξουθενέω

exoutheneōVerbG1848

to reject

From: a variation of G1847 (ἐξουδενόω) and meaning the same

Short Definition

Full Lexicon Entry

to set at nought, despise utterly, treat with contempt: with accusative of person(s); pass., of persons: (T, -όω); of things λίθος, (LXX ἀπεδοκίμασαν); λόγος; τὰ ἐξουθενημένα.
Synonyms
ἀθετέω, *καταφρονέω *(see DCG, i, 453b)
LXX Usage: (see: ἐξουθενέω): and as seel. for -δενέω, -όω, -θενόω*

Grammar

Part of Speech Verb

Morphology G:V

DescriptionGreek Verb

Occurrences

11 times

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

1 Corinthians
3
Luke
2
Romans
2
1 Thessalonians
1
2 Corinthians
1

Key Passages

  • 1 Corinthians 1:28
  • 1 Corinthians 6:4
  • 2 Corinthians 10:10
  • Galatians 4:14
  • Luke 23:11

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