χείρονος
cheírōn
worse
Comparative form indicating a greater degree of badness, inferiority, or unfavorable condition; worse. Typically refers to something more unsatisfactory, more harmful, or less advantageous compared to another person, state, or thing. May indicate a deterioration in quality, worsening of circumstances, or moral/ethical inferiority. In moral, physical, or circumstantial contexts, describes something more to be avoided, inferior in kind, or more blameworthy.
Hebrews 10:29 · Word #3
Lexicon G5501
| Lemma | χείρων |
| Transliteration | cheírōn |
| Strong's | G5501 |
| Definition | Comparative form indicating a greater degree of badness, inferiority, or unfavorable condition; worse. Typically refers to something more unsatisfactory, more harmful, or less advantageous compared to another person, state, or thing. May indicate a deterioration in quality, worsening of circumstances, or moral/ethical inferiority. In moral, physical, or circumstantial contexts, describes something more to be avoided, inferior in kind, or more blameworthy. |
Morphology ADJ.S GEN F SG
All morphology codes
| Part of Speech | ADJ.S — Substantive Adjective — An adjective functioning as a noun |
| Case | GEN — Genitive — Possession, source, or separation |
| Gender | F — Feminine — Grammatical feminine |
| Number | SG — Singular — One |
Common Translation
| Phrase | worse |
| Literal | worse |
Lexical Info
| Lemma | χείρων |
| Strong's | G5501 |
SIBI-P1 Translation G5501-03
of a worse one
| Morphological Notes | Substantive comparative adjective, genitive feminine singular; irregular comparative of κακός functioning nominally. |
| Rendering Rationale | The genitive feminine singular form expresses possession or relation, meaning "of a worse/inferior one." The comparative force of χείρων is preserved by "worse," reflecting greater badness or inferiority. |
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SILEX v2
SIBI-P2 (Context-Aware)
of a worse one
| Same as P1 | Yes |
| Rationale | The comparative form is necessary—P1 correctly renders this word as 'of a worse one.' |