ΦΙΛΗΔΟΝΟΣ, φιληδονος
PHILĒDONOS, philēdonos
Sounds Like: fee-lay-DOH-nos
Translations: pleasure-loving, fond of pleasure, lover of pleasure
From the root: ΦΙΛΟΣ, ΗΔΟΝΗ
Part of Speech: Adjective
Explanation: This is a compound adjective meaning 'pleasure-loving' or 'fond of pleasure'. It describes someone who is devoted to or excessively enjoys pleasure. It is used to characterize individuals who prioritize sensual gratification or worldly delights.
Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine or Feminine
Strong’s number: G5381 (Lookup on BibleHub)
Instances
Justin Martyr
- Second Apology of Justin Martyr — 0:12
From the same root
No other words from the same root, ΦΙΛΟΣ, ΗΔΟΝΗ, appear in our texts.
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