Strong’s G2550

κακοήθεια

Part of speech

Noun, Feminine

Transliteration

kakoétheia

Pronunciation

kah-ko-AY-thee-ah

Definition

Malice, wickedness, ill-will

Meaning

evil-mindedness, malignity, malevolence.

Usage

The term "kakoétheia" refers to a disposition or character marked by malice or wickedness. It denotes an internal attitude of ill-will or a desire to harm others. In the New Testament, it is used to describe a moral failing or a sinful state of the heart that opposes the virtues of love and kindness.

Bible references

Romans 1:29