Definition of Hellenism

1. Noun. The principles and ideals associated with classical Greek civilization.

Generic synonyms: Principle
Derivative terms: Hellenistic, Hellenistical

Definition of Hellenism

1. n. A phrase or form of speech in accordance with genius and construction or idioms of the Greek language; a Grecism.

Definition of Hellenism

1. Noun. Any of the characteristics of ancient Greek culture, civilization, principles and ideals, including humanism, reason, the pursuit of knowledge and the arts, moderation and civic responsibility. ¹

2. Noun. The culture and civilization of the Hellenistic period. ¹

3. Noun. The admiration for and adoption of ancient Greek culture, ideas and civilization. ¹

4. Noun. The national character or culture of Greece. ¹

5. Noun. The belief in and worship of the Greek gods. ¹

¹ Source: wiktionary.com

Lexicographical Neighbors of Hellenism

Hellen
Hellene
Hellenes
Hellenian
Hellenic
Hellenic Republic
Hellenic language
Hellenisation
Hellenisations
Hellenise
Hellenised
Helleniser
Hellenisers
Hellenises
Hellenising
Hellenism
Hellenismos
Hellenisms
Hellenist
Hellenistic
Hellenistic Greek
Hellenistical
Hellenistically
Hellenists
Hellenization
Hellenizations
Hellenize
Hellenized
Hellenizer
Hellenizers

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