ὑπερέχω

huperechōVerbG5242

be higher

From: from G5228 (ὑπέρ) and G2192 (ἔχω);

Short Definition

to hold oneself above, i.e. (figuratively) to excel; participle (as adjective, or neuter as noun) superior, superiority

Full Lexicon Entry

1.trans., to hold over or above.
2.Intrans. (when a noun follows, the case is governed by the prep.; see Bl., § 34, 1; 36, 8), to rise above, overtop; metaphorically
ato be superior in rank, etc.
bto be superior, excel, surpass
LXX Usage: (אָמַץ), (עֲדַף)

Grammar

Part of Speech Verb

Morphology G:V

DescriptionGreek Verb

Occurrences

5 times

Appears 5 times in the New Testament. Top books include:

Philippians
3
1 Peter
1
Romans
1

Key Passages

  • 1 Peter 2:13
  • Philippians 2:3
  • Philippians 3:8
  • Philippians 4:7
  • Romans 13:1

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