Word study · lex.G5542
χρηστολογία chrēstologia
smooth speech · plausible speaking · fair speaking
Team definition
A noun formed from χρηστός (chrēstos) and λέγω (legō), for fair or kind speaking. In Rom 16:18 it is used in a bad sense, alongside blessing or flattery, for speech that sounds pleasing.
NT occurrences (SBLGNT, via TAGNT) · 1
Senses
1. plausible or smooth speech Rom 16:18
See also
Abbott-Smith public domain s.v. χρηστολογία (G5542)
Dodson CC0 1.0 G5542
Occurrences: STEP Bible TAGNT (CC BY 4.0) keyed to SBLGNT words.
Related notes
Divisions, peace, and the grace wish (16:17–20) Rom 16:17; Rom 16:18; Rom 16:19; Rom 16:20