Strong's Greek · G3122
μάλιστα
málista
chiefly, most of all, (e-)specially
Definition
(adverbially) most (in the greatest degree) or particularly
Derivation
neuter plural of the superlative of an apparently primary adverb (very);
Appears 12 times in Scripture
“Such punishment is specially reserved for those who indulge the corrupt desires of the flesh and despise authority. Bold and self-willed, they are unafraid to slander glorious beings.”
“For many are rebellious and full of empty talk and deception, especially those of the circumcision,”
“I have nothing definite to write to our sovereign about him. Therefore I have brought him before all of you, and especially before you, King Agrippa, so that after this inquiry I may have something to write.”
“If anyone does not provide for his own, and especially his own household, he has denied the faith and is worse than an unbeliever.”
“especially since you are acquainted with all the Jewish customs and controversies. I beg you, therefore, to listen to me patiently.”
“When you come, bring the cloak that I left with Carpus at Troas, and my scrolls, especially the parchments.”
“All the saints send you greetings, especially those from the household of Caesar.”
“They were especially grieved by his statement that they would never see his face again. Then they accompanied him to the ship.”
“Therefore, as we have opportunity, let us do good to everyone, and especially to the family of faith.”
“Elders who lead effectively are worthy of double honor, especially those who work hard at preaching and teaching.”
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Lexicon: Strong's Exhaustive Concordance (James Strong, 1890, public domain), digital edition by Open Scriptures (CC BY-SA). Verse mappings: Berean Standard Bible interlinear tables (public domain).