φρόνιμος

phronimosAdjectiveG5429

thoughtful

From: from G5424 (φρήν);

Short Definition

thoughtful, i.e. sagacious or discreet (implying a cautious character; while G4680 (σοφός) denotes practical skill or acumen; and G4908 (συνετός) indicates rather intelligence or mental acquirement); in a bad sense conceited (also in the comparative)

Full Lexicon Entry

practically wise, sensible, prudent: opposite to μωρός; to ἄφρων; φ. *παρ᾽ ἑαυτῷ *(EV, wise in one's own conceit) ; compar., -ώτερος.
Synonyms
see: σοψός
LXX Usage: for בִּין, חָכָם etc.

Grammar

Part of Speech Adjective

Morphology G:A

DescriptionGreek Adjective

Occurrences

14 times

Appears 14 times in the New Testament. Top books include:

Matthew
7
1 Corinthians
2
Luke
2
Romans
2
2 Corinthians
1

Key Passages

  • 1 Corinthians 10:15
  • 2 Corinthians 11:19
  • Luke 16:8
  • Matthew 24:45
  • Matthew 25:4

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