ἀσφαλής

Ancient Greek

Etymology

ἀ- (a-, un-) + σφᾰ́λλω (sphállō, to overthrow) + -ης (-ēs)

Pronunciation

 

Adjective

ᾰ̓σφᾰλής (asphalḗs) m, f (neuter ᾰ̓σφᾰλές); third declension

  1. immovable, steadfast, unshaken
  2. unfailing, trusty
  3. sure, certain
  4. safe from danger

Declension

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