Hellenism
Hellenism
Definition
Hel·len·ism (hel′ən iz′əm)
noun
- a Greek phrase, idiom, or custom
- the character, thought, culture, or ethical system of ancient Greece
- adoption of the Greek language, customs, etc.
Etymology: Gr Hellēnismos, imitation of the Greeks < Hellēnizein, to speak Greek
Hellenism
Usage Examples
Adjective modifier
- late: The reason is that Christianity was one of thousands of sects arising in late Hellenism.
Hellenism Quotes
Hebraism and Hellenismöbetween thesetwo points of influence moves our world.
Browse dictionary entries near Hellenism
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