κράτιστος krátistos

Meaning

strongest, i.e. (in dignity) very honorable

In the King James Version: most excellent (noble)

Derivation: superlative of a derivative of G2904 (κράτος);

Where it is used

• Luke 1:3 Therefore, having carefully investigated everything from the beginning, it seemed good also to me to write an orderly account for you, most excellent Theophilus,
• Acts 23:26 Claudius Lysias, To His Excellency, Governor Felix: Greetings.
• Acts 24:3 In every way and everywhere, most excellent Felix, we acknowledge this with all gratitude.
• Acts 26:25 But Paul answered, “I am not insane, most excellent Festus; I am speaking words of truth and sobriety.