1252 diakrino dee-ak-ree'- no from 1223 and 2919; to separate thoroughly, i.e. (literally and reflexively) to withdraw from, or (by implication) oppose; figuratively, to discriminate (by implication, decide), or (reflexively) hesitate:-- contend, make (to) differ(- ence), discern, doubt, judge, be partial, stagger, waver. see GREEK for 1223 see GREEK for 2919