ὡς,
Lemma: ὡς
Definition
As, like; in the manner that, as if. Also used to introduce a clause of time or reason (“when,” “since”), and with superlatives to mean “as … as possible” (“very,” “most”).
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Grammatical Analysis
"ὡς,"
Verb type: not a verb (N/A)
Type: primarily subordinating conjunction; also used as adverbial particle
Core functions: ["comparative: 'as, just as' (introduces a comparison)", "temporal: 'when, as' (introduces a time clause)", "causal: 'since, because' (introduces a reason clause)", "final/consecutive (esp. with subj./opt.): 'in order that / so that' (introduces purpose/result depending on context)", "with participle: 'as/when/since' with circumstantial nuance; also can mark alleged reason ('as if') depending on context", "with superlatives: 'as ... as possible' (intensifying/limit use)"]
Degree: not applicable
Related Forms of ὡς
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