γλυκύς

glukusAdjectiveG1099

sweet

From: of uncertain affinity;

Short Definition

sweet (i.e. not bitter nor salt)

Full Lexicon Entry

opposite to πικρόν, ἁλυκόν.
LXX Usage: chiefly for מָתוֹק

Grammar

Part of Speech Adjective

Morphology G:A

DescriptionGreek Adjective

Occurrences

4 times

Appears 4 times in the New Testament. Top books include:

James
2
Revelation
2

Key Passages

  • James 3:11
  • James 3:12
  • Revelation 10:9
  • Revelation 10:10

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