σύμμορφος
sýmmorphos
G4832 substantive adjective
SILEX Entry
Definition
having the same form as, sharing a similar shape or appearance with another; in extended usage, resembling or being made like in character, manner, or nature. The primary sense relates to possessing a common or corresponding form, whether physically, structurally, or metaphorically. The term can denote being conformed or assimilated to a model or pattern, especially in moral, spiritual, or figurative contexts.
Semantic Range
having the same form as, jointly formed, of like form, sharing the same nature, conformed to a pattern, assimilated or made like metaphorically
Root / Etymology
Compound of σύν ('with, together') and μορφή ('form, shape'). The formation denotes 'formed together with' or 'sharing form with'.
Historical & Contextual Notes
In classical Greek, the term is rare; more frequently found in later Greek, especially in philosophical and Hellenistic Jewish literature, and appears in the New Testament (notably Romans 8:29; Philippians 3:21). The concept of 'form' (μορφή) in Greek thought can indicate outward shape but also essential nature. In post-classical contexts, σύμμορφος emphasizes association or likeness to a model, whether external or internal. In New Testament usage, it often carries a strong metaphoric sense—being made like or conformed in character or destiny, particularly in relation to a pattern or exemplar (e.g., being made like the image of the 'Son' or conformed to a body of glory). Standard English translations such as 'conformed to' or 'fashioned like unto' capture most but not all of the nuance, which includes deep association or participation in the nature or state of another. Contrast with related terms such as ὁμοιόω ('to make like') or μετασχηματίζω ('to transform in appearance').
Original Strong's Gloss (1890)
from σύν and μορφή; jointly formed, i.e. (figuratively) similar:--conformed to, fashioned like unto.
Root Family
σύμμορφος (sýmmorphos) — shared form, like shape, corresponding appearance, conformed nature
Word Forms
2 distinct forms
| SIDANCE | Surface | Transliteration | Morphology | Common | SIBI-P1 | SIBI-P2 | Occurrences |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
G4832-01 |
σύμμορφον | summorphon | ADJ.S ACC N SG |
conformed to | like-formed | like-formed | 1 |
G4832-02 |
συμμόρφους | summorphous | ADJ.S ACC M PL |
conformed | those sharing the same form | those sharing the same form | 1 |
Occurrences in Scripture
2 occurrences
| SIDANCE | Reference | Word | Transliteration | Morphology | Common | SIBI-P1 | SIBI-P2 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
G4832-02 |
Romans 8:29 | συμμόρφους | summorphous | ADJ.S ACC M PL |
conformed | those sharing the same form | those sharing the same form |
G4832-01 |
Philippians 3:21 | σύμμορφον | summorphon | ADJ.S ACC N SG |
conformed to | like-formed | like-formed |