Greek Word Study
The meaning of “μεγαλαυχέω”
Understanding megalauchéō reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
boast great things. - akin to αὐξάνω and καυχάομαι) - to talk big, i.e. be grandiloquent (arrogant, egotistic)
G3166
Greek Text
Strong's Concordance
μεγαλαυχέω
Phoneticmeg-al-ow-kheh'-o
Transliterationmegalauchéō
Grammar Code
G:V
Greek Verb
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
boast great things. - akin to αὐξάνω and καυχάομαι) - to talk big, i.e. be grandiloquent (arrogant, egotistic)
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
1 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| James 3:5 | “Even so the tongue is a little member, and boasteth great things. Behold, how great a matter a little fire kindleth!” Word: μεγαλαυχέω (megalauchéō) |