ΦΙΛΟΔΟΞΟΥΣ, φιλοδοξους
PHILODOXOUS, philodoxous
Sounds Like: fee-loh-DOX-oos
Translations: ambitious, vainglorious, fond of glory, desirous of praise
From the root: ΦΙΛΟΔΟΞΟΣ
Part of Speech: Adjective
Explanation: This word is a compound adjective meaning 'fond of glory' or 'ambitious'. It describes someone who loves praise, honor, or reputation. It is used to characterize individuals who are driven by a desire for recognition or public approval. In this form, it is the masculine or feminine plural accusative.
Inflection: Plural, Accusative, Masculine or Feminine
Strong’s number: G5383 (Lookup on BibleHub)
Instances
Justin Martyr
- First Apology of Justin Martyr — 57:1
From the same root
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