Strong’s G0447

ἀνίημι

Part of speech

Verb

Transliteration

aniémi

Pronunciation

ä-nē'-ā-mē

Definition

To let go, to release, to relax, to give up

Meaning

I send up, produce, send back; I let go; I relax, loosen, hence met: I give up, desist from.

Usage

The verb ἀνίημι (aniemi) is used in the New Testament to convey the idea of releasing or letting go. It can imply a physical release, such as letting go of a grip, or a more metaphorical release, such as relaxing one's efforts or giving up a pursuit. The term can also suggest a cessation of activity or a pause in effort.

Bible references

Acts 16:26;Acts 27:40;Ephesians 6:9;Hebrews 13:5