ΕΚΠΛΗΞΙΣ, εκπληξις
EKPLĒXIS, ekplēxis
Sounds Like: ek-PLEEK-sees
Translations: astonishment, amazement, awe, wonder, a wonder
From the root: ΕΚΠΛΗΞΙΣ
Part of Speech: Noun
Explanation: This word refers to a state of profound astonishment, amazement, or awe, often caused by something unexpected, extraordinary, or overwhelming. It describes a strong emotional reaction that can leave one speechless or deeply impressed. It is used to convey a sense of wonder or surprise.
Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Feminine
Strong’s number: G1611 (Lookup on BibleHub)
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From the same root
Below are all other words in our texts that we've cataloged as being from the same root, ΕΚΠΛΗΞΙΣ.
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- ἘΚΠΛΗΞΕΙ — to astonishment, to amazement, to wonder, to terror, to dismay
- ἘΚΠΛΗΞΕΩΣ — of astonishment, of amazement, of wonder, of awe
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