that which has not only the name and resemblance, but the real nature corresponding to the name, in every respect corresponding to the idea signified by the name, real, true genuine
opposite to what is fictitious, counterfeit, imaginary, simulated or pretended
it contrasts realities with their semblances
opposite to what is imperfect defective, frail, uncertain
Bibliography Information
Thayer and Smith. "Greek Lexicon entry for Alethinos". "The New Testament Greek Lexicon". <http://www.studylight.org/lex/grk/view.cgi?number=228>.
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