ἀποτόμως apotómōs
Meaning
abruptly, i.e. peremptorily
In the King James Version: sharply(-ness)
Derivation: adverb from a derivative of a comparative of G575 (ἀπό) and (to cut);
Where it is used
- 2 Corinthians 13:10 This is why I write these things while absent, so that when I am present I will not need to be severe in my use of the authority that the Lord gave me for building you up, not for tearing you down.
- Titus 1:13 This testimony is true. Therefore rebuke them sternly, so that they will be sound in the faith