φρονέω

Ancient Greek

FWOTD – 4 October 2013

Etymology

From o-grade of the root of φρήν (phrḗn, mind) + -έω (-éō).

Pronunciation

 

Verb

φρονέω (phronéō)

  1. to think, to have understanding, to be wise, prudent
  2. to be minded in a certain way, to mean, intend, purpose
    1. (with a neuter adjective)
      1. to have certain thoughts towards someone
      2. (preceded by μέγα (méga)) to be high-minded, to have high thoughts, to be sprited and bold
        1. (in Attic, in a bad sense) to be heady, presumptuous, conceited, proud
      3. to agree, to side with
  3. to have a thing in one's mind, mind, take heed
  4. to be in possession of one's senses, to be sensible, to be alive

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