G5389

φιλοτιμέομαι

philotimeomai

Appears in 3 Bible verses

Strong's Definition

to be fond of honor,i.e. emulous (eager or earnest to do something) &#8212 labour, strive,study.

Detailed Meaning

to be fond of honour, to be actuated by love of honour, from a love of honour to strive to bring something to pass, to be ambitious, to strive earnestly, make it one's aim

Part of Speech

verb

KJV Translation Counts

strive(1x) labour(1x) study(1x)

Related Words

G5384 | φίλος | friend