Strong's Number G5389

Transliteration:

philotimeomai{fil-ot-im-eh'-om-ahee}

Word Origin:

middle voice from a compound of 5384 and 5092

Part of Speech:

verb

Usage in the KJV:

strive 1, labour 1, study 1

Total: 3

Definition:

to be fond of honour
1. to be actuated by love of honour
2. from a love of honour to strive to bring something to pass
to be ambitious
1. to strive earnestly, make it one's aim