μάλιστα málista

Meaning

(adverbially) most (in the greatest degree) or particularly

In the King James Version: chiefly, most of all, (e-)specially

Derivation: neuter plural of the superlative of an apparently primary adverb (very);

Where it is used

• Acts 20:38 They were especially grieved by his statement that they would never see his face again. Then they accompanied him to the ship.
• Acts 25:26 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.
• Acts 26:3 especially since you are acquainted with all the Jewish customs and controversies. I beg you, therefore, to listen to me patiently.
• Galatians 6:10 Therefore, as we have opportunity, let us do good to everyone, and especially to the family of faith.
• Philippians 4:22 All the saints send you greetings, especially those from the household of Caesar.
• 1 Timothy 4:10 To this end we labor and strive, because we have set our hope on the living God, who is the Savior of everyone, and especially of those who believe.
• 1 Timothy 5:8 If anyone does not provide for his own, and especially his own household, he has denied the faith and is worse than an unbeliever.
• 1 Timothy 5:17 Elders who lead effectively are worthy of double honor, especially those who work hard at preaching and teaching.
• 2 Timothy 4:13 When you come, bring the cloak that I left with Carpus at Troas, and my scrolls, especially the parchments.
• Titus 1:10 For many are rebellious and full of empty talk and deception, especially those of the circumcision,
• Philemon 1:16 no longer as a slave, but better than a slave, as a beloved brother. He is especially beloved to me, but even more so to you, both in person and in the Lord.
• 2 Peter 2:10 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.