197. akribesteron
Strong's Lexicon
akribesteron: More accurately, more exactly, more precisely

Original Word: ἀκριβέστερον
Part of Speech: Adverb
Transliteration: akribesteron
Pronunciation: ah-kree-BES-te-ron
Phonetic Spelling: (ak-ree-bes'-ter-on)
Definition: More accurately, more exactly, more precisely
Meaning: more perfectly

Word Origin: Comparative form of the Greek adjective ἀκριβής (akribes), meaning "exact" or "precise."

Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: While there is no direct Hebrew equivalent for ἀκριβέστερον, the concept of precision and accuracy in understanding can be related to Hebrew words like בִּין (bin, Strong's H995), meaning "to understand" or "to discern."

Usage: The adverb ἀκριβέστερον is used to describe a manner of understanding or explaining something with greater precision or accuracy. It implies a deeper or more thorough comprehension of a subject.

Cultural and Historical Background: In the Greco-Roman world, precision and accuracy were highly valued in various fields such as philosophy, science, and rhetoric. The use of ἀκριβέστερον in the New Testament reflects a desire for a more exact understanding of spiritual truths and teachings. This aligns with the Jewish tradition of careful study and interpretation of the Scriptures.

HELPS Word-studies

Cognate: 197 akribésteron – the comparative ("-er") form of 199 /akribṓs meaning "more accurate." See 199 (akribōs).

NAS Exhaustive Concordance
Word Origin
adverb from the cptv. of akribés, q.v.

Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
more perfectly.

Neuter of the comparative of the same as akribestatos; (adverbially) more exactly -- more perfect(-ly).

see GREEK akribestatos

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