Strong's G801 · Greek
ἀσύνετος
asýnetos
Definition
unintelligent; by implication, wicked
KJV: foolish, without understanding
Root / derivation: from G1 (Α) (as a negative particle) and G4908 (συνετός);
KJV usage breakdown
How the Authorized (KJV) translators rendered ἀσύνετος across 5 verses.
Every occurrence (KJV)
5 verses use this word, grouped by book — the translated form is highlighted.
Romans3 verses
Because that, when they knew God, they glorified him not as God, neither were thankful; but became vain in their imaginations, and their foolish heart was darkened.
Romans 1:31Without understanding, covenantbreakers, without natural affection, implacable, unmerciful:
Romans 10:19But I say, Did not Israel know? First Moses saith, I will provoke you to jealousy by them that are no people, and by a foolish nation I will anger you.
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Frequently asked questions
What does Strong's G801 (asýnetos) mean?
unintelligent; by implication, wicked
How many times does G801 appear in the Bible?
Strong's G801 (ἀσύνετος) appears in 5 verses of the King James Version, most often translated “understanding.”
How is asýnetos translated in the KJV?
In the KJV, Strong's G801 is rendered as “understanding” (3×), “foolish” (2×).
Where does the Greek word ἀσύνετος come from?
from G1 (Α) (as a negative particle) and G4908 (συνετός);