ΚΑΤΑΓΑΥΖΕΙΝ, καταγαυζειν
KATAGAUZEIN, katagauzein
Sounds Like: kah-tah-GOW-zayn
Translations: to outshine, to overshadow with light, to dim by shining brighter
From the root: ΚΑΤΑΓΑΥΖΕΙΝ
Part of Speech: Verb
Explanation: This word is a compound verb formed from the prefix ΚΑΤΑ- (KATA-), meaning 'down' or 'against', and a verb related to 'shining' or 'glowing'. It describes the action of one light source overpowering or dimming another by shining more brightly. It implies a strong, overwhelming illumination that makes other lights appear faint in comparison. The word is quite rare in Koine Greek texts.
Inflection: Present, Active, Infinitive
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