G1651

ἐλέγχω

elegchō

Verb · Of uncertain affinity

Of uncertain affinity; to confute, admonish:—convict, convince, tell a fault, rebuke, reprove.

Outline

  1. to convict, refute, confute
    1. generally with a suggestion of shame of the person convicted
    2. by conviction to bring to the light, to expose
  2. to find fault with, correct
    1. by word
      1. to reprehend severely, chide, admonish, reprove
      2. to call to account, show one his fault, demand an explanation
    2. by deed
      1. to chasten, to punish

Usages

Hebrews 12:5

Quoting Proverbs 3:11

¶ My son, despise not the chastening of the LORD; neither be weary of his correction:

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