Strong’s G2159 · Greek
εὐτόνως
eutónōs
Definition
in a well-strung manner, i.e. (figuratively) intensely (in a good sense, cogently; in a bad one, fiercely)
Etymology
adverb from a compound of G2095 (εὖ) and a derivative of (to stretch);
Where the KJV renders it
- mightily
- vehemently
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