ἄφθονος

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Ancient Greek

Etymology

From ἀ- (a-, not) +‎ φθόνος (phthónos, envy).

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Adjective

ἄφθονος (áphthonosm or f (neuter ἄφθονον); second declension

  1. without envy, free from envy
  2. ungrudging, bounteous
  3. not grudged, plentiful
  4. unenvied, provoking no envy

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