αναγκαίον
Lemma: ἀναγκαῖος
adjective
adjective
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Added Mar 01, 2026
Definition
Necessary, unavoidable, compelled by force or circumstance; in reference to persons, one bound by necessity or constraint. Also used substantively for “a necessary thing” or “one’s close relation/associate.”
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Grammatical Analysis
"αναγκαίον"
Lemma: ἀναγκαῖος
Case: nominative/accusative
Number: singular
Gender: neuter
Degree: positive
Declension: 1st/2nd declension (two-termination adjective: -ος (m/f), -ον (n))
Note: The form ἀναγκαίον can also function substantively (‘a necessity’) depending on context.