Definitions of hellenism [ˈhɛl əˌnɪz əm]

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Definition of 'hellenism'

Random House Webster's College Dictionary

1. (n.) Hellenism
ancient Greek culture or ideals.

2. Hellenism
the imitation or adoption of ancient Greek language, thought, customs, art, etc.

3. Hellenism
the characteristics of Greek culture, esp. after the time of Alexander the Great; civilization of the Hellenistic period.

Etymology: (1600–10; < Gk)

Definition of 'hellenism'

Princeton's WordNet

1. (noun) Hellenism
the principles and ideals associated with classical Greek civilization

Definition of 'hellenism'

Webster Dictionary

1. (noun) hellenism
a phrase or form of speech in accordance with genius and construction or idioms of the Greek language; a Grecism

2. (noun) hellenism
the type of character of the ancient Greeks, who aimed at culture, grace, and amenity, as the chief elements in human well-being and perfection

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