ἀρέτη arétē

Greek · Strong's G703 · used 5 times in 4 verses

Meaning

properly, manliness (valor), i.e. excellence (intrinsic or attributed)

In the King James Version: praise, virtue

Derivation: from the same as G730 (ἄῤῥην);

Philippians 4:8 Finally, brothers, whatever is true, whatever is honorable, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable—if anything is excellent or praiseworthy—think on these things.
1 Peter 2:9 But you are a chosen people, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, a people for God’s own possession, to proclaim the virtues of Him who called you out of darkness into His marvelous light.
2 Peter 1:3 His divine power has given us everything we need for life and godliness through the knowledge of Him who called us by His own glory and excellence.
2 Peter 1:5 For this very reason, make every effort to add to your faith virtue; and to virtue, knowledge;