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ἐνεργέω energéō, en-erg-eh'-o; from G1756; to be active, efficient:—do, (be) effectual (fervent), be mighty in, shew forth self, work (effectually in).
doo'-nam-is; from (1410) (δύναμαι); force (literal or figurative); specially miraculous power (usually by implication a miracle itself): — ability, abundance, meaning, might (-ily, -y, -y deed), (worker of) miracle (-s), power, strength, violence, might (wonderful) work.
Meaning: (a) physical power, force, might, ability, efficacy, energy, meaning (b) plur: powerful deeds, deeds showing (physical) power, marvelous works. Word Origin: Derived from the Greek verb δύναμαι (dunamai), meaning "to be able" or "to have power."
Part of Speech: Noun, Feminine. Transliteration: ischus. Pronunciation: is-khoos'. Phonetic Spelling: (is-khoos') Definition: Strength, might, power. Meaning: strength (absolutely), power, might, force, ability. Word Origin: Derived from a root word meaning "to have" or "to hold."
These words, embedded with deep meanings, have influenced languages and cultures worldwide. They encapsulate concepts that often lack direct equivalents in other languages. Understanding these words not only enriches vocabulary but also offers insight into Greek thought and culture.
Original Word: ἐνεργέω. Part of Speech: Verb. Transliteration: energeó. Pronunciation: en-er-GEH-o. Phonetic Spelling: (en-erg-eh'-o) Definition: To work, to be active, to be effective. Meaning: I work, am operative, am at work, am made to work, accomplish; mid: I work, display activity.
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Here's a list of translations. Greek Translation. ισχυρός. ischyrós. More Greek words for mighty. ισχυρός adjective. ischyrós strong, powerful, potent, influential, forceful. δυνατός adjective.
