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αγάπη — meaning in English

agapi

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English meaning

  • agape adjective With the mouth wide open, usually because of surprise, shock or wonder.
  • darling noun A term of affection for someone very dear to the speaker.
  • like verb To enjoy something or find it agreeable; to be favorably disposed toward someone or something.
  • love verb To feel deep affection or care for someone or something.

Senses

αγάπη is used for these senses in English:

  • agape (uncountable, Christianity) The love of God for mankind, or the benevolent love of Christians for others.
  • darling Often used as an affectionate term of address: a person who is very dear to one.
  • like (chiefly, in the plural) Something that a person likes (prefers).
  • love (uncountable) Strong affection.

agape — full definition

  1. adjective With the mouth wide open, usually because of surprise, shock or wonder.
  2. noun Selfless, unconditional love, especially the love of God for humanity and the love Christians are called to show one another.

darling — full definition

  1. noun A term of affection for someone very dear to the speaker.
  2. noun Someone or something especially popular or favoured by a particular group.
  3. adj Much loved; adorable or charming.

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