περισσότερον
perissotérōs
more abundantly
In a greater degree or measure; more exceedingly, more intensely, more abundantly. Functions as an adverb to intensify the quality or quantity denoted by the verb, adjective, or other adverb it modifies. Semantic range includes 'to a higher extent,' 'with greater frequency or intensity,' 'with even greater emphasis,' or 'with increased abundance.' Context determines whether the adverb emphasizes quantity, degree, frequency, or emotional intensity.
Hebrews 6:17 · Word #3
Lexicon G4056
| Lemma | περισσοτέρως |
| Transliteration | perissotérōs |
| Strong's | G4056 |
| Definition | In a greater degree or measure; more exceedingly, more intensely, more abundantly. Functions as an adverb to intensify the quality or quantity denoted by the verb, adjective, or other adverb it modifies. Semantic range includes 'to a higher extent,' 'with greater frequency or intensity,' 'with even greater emphasis,' or 'with increased abundance.' Context determines whether the adverb emphasizes quantity, degree, frequency, or emotional intensity. |
Morphology ADV COMP
All morphology codes
| Part of Speech | ADV — Adverb — Modifies a verb, adjective, or other adverb |
| Degree | COMP — Comparative — Compares two things |
Common Translation
| Phrase | more abundantly |
| Literal | more-abundantly |
Lexical Info
| Lemma | περισσότερον |
| Strong's | G4056 |
SIBI-P1 Translation G4056-01
the greater one
| Morphological Notes | Comparative adjective used substantively; accusative masculine singular (serving as a direct object or object of a preposition). |
| Rendering Rationale | As a comparative substantive adjective in the accusative masculine singular, it denotes "the one who/which is greater or more abundant." The rendering preserves the comparative force rooted in exceeding or going beyond, while reflecting its substantive use. |
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SILEX v2
SIBI-P2 (Context-Aware)
more exceedingly
| Same as P1 | No — adjusted for context |
| Rationale | Changed from 'the greater one' to 'more exceedingly' to reflect the adverbial function as described in the silex_definition and required by this context. |