[ματαιόω] from G3152; to render (passively, become) foolish, i.e. (morally) wicked or (specially), idolatrous
Usages throughout the bible
Romans 1:21
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Because that, when they knew God, they glorified him not as God, neither were thankful; but became vain G3154 in their imaginations, and their foolish heart was darkened.