DILEXERUNT, dilexerunt
Sounds Like: dee-LEX-eh-roont
Translations: they loved, they have loved, they held dear
From the root: DILIGO
Part of Speech: Verb
Explanation: This is a verb meaning 'to love', 'to hold dear', or 'to esteem highly'. It is a compound word formed from 'dis-' (indicating separation or completion) and 'lego' (meaning 'to choose' or 'to gather'). In this form, 'dilexerunt' indicates an action completed in the past by a group of people. It is often used to express a deep affection or preference.
Inflection: Perfect, Active, Indicative, 3rd Person, Plural
Instances
Josephus' Against Apion
From the same root
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