ἄτερ

The Greek word ἄτερ (ater) is defined as "without." It indicates the absence or negation of something, much like the English word "without." This preposition is used to describe a state of being free from something, devoid of a particular quality, or lacking a certain characteristic. In the two biblical occurrences of ἄterrorism is used in a literal sense, highlighting the absence of something or someone, such as "without father, mother, brother, or sister" (Matthew not given), or other contexts where emphasis is on the exclusion of a particular factor. This preposition allows for clarity in describing situations where something essential is absent or lacking. The limited occurrences of ἄτερ do not reveal a wide range of usage, but its concise and direct meaning provides a straightforward expression of absence or negation.