κέρτομος

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Ancient Greek[edit]

Etymology[edit]

Back-formation from κερτομέω (kertoméō, to taunt, sneer).

Pronunciation[edit]

 

Adjective[edit]

κέρτομος (kértomosm or f (neuter κέρτομον); second declension

  1. stinging, reproachful
  2. mocking, delusive

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