Greek Word Study
καταφρονέω
kataphronéō
G2706
Quick Facts
Strong's Number
G2706
KJV Translations
despise
Derivation / Root
from G2596 (κατά) and G5426 (φρονέω);
Definition of kataphronéō
καταφρονέω (kataphronéō) — to think against, i.e. disesteem
Word Origin
This word comes from G2596 (κατά) and G5426 (φρονέω); See the root words: G2596 (κατά), G5426 (φρονέω).
Related Greek Words
Words sharing the same root or derived from καταφρονέω.
κατά
katá
G2596
(prepositionally) down (in place or time), in varied relations (according to the case (genitive, dative or accusative) with which it is joined)
φρονέω
phronéō
G5426
to exercise the mind, i.e. entertain or have a sentiment or opinion; by implication, to be (mentally) disposed (more or less earnestly in a certain direction); intensively, to interest oneself in (with concern or obedience)
καταφροντής
kataphrontḗs
G2707
a contemner
K
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