English Explanatory Dictionary

kairos

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A time when conditions are right for the accomplishment of a crucial action; the opportune and decisive moment.

Pronunciation

/ˈkaɪɹɒs/ /-oʊs/ /ˈkɛə-/ En-us-kairos.oga

Word forms

kairos kairoi kairós

Etymology

From Ancient Greek καιρός (kairós).

Derived words

kairotic
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