ΛΟΓΟΜΑΧΕΩ, λογομαχεω
LOGOMACHEŌ, logomacheō
Sounds Like: loh-go-MAKH-eh-oh
Translations: to dispute about words, to quarrel about words, to contend about words, to wrangle about words
From the root: ΛΟΓΟΣ, ΜΑΧΟΜΑΙ
Part of Speech: Verb
Explanation: This word is a compound verb formed from 'logos' (word, speech) and 'machomai' (to fight, contend). It describes the act of engaging in disputes or quarrels that are primarily about words, often implying a trivial, useless, or contentious argument over terminology rather than substance. It suggests a focus on verbal contention rather than meaningful discussion.
Inflection: First person singular, Present, Active, Indicative
Strong’s number: G3054 (Lookup on BibleHub)
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- ΛΟΓΟΜΑΧΕΙΝ — to dispute about words, to quarrel about words, to contend about words, to wrangle
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