ΘΩΠΕΙΑ, θωπεια
THŌPEIA, thōpeia
Sounds Like: THOH-pi-ah
Translations: flattery, a flattery, fawning, adulation
From the root: ΘΩΠΕΙΑ
Part of Speech: Noun
Explanation: This word refers to flattery or fawning, often implying insincere praise given to gain favor or advantage. It describes the act of using excessive or false compliments to influence someone. It is typically used in a negative sense, highlighting the manipulative nature of such speech.
Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Feminine
Strong’s number: G2374 (Lookup on BibleHub)
Instances
Josephus' Antiquities of the Jews
- Book 7 — 15:384
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