Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
Hellenic
Adjective
/həˈlɛnɪk/
Definition
Of or relating to Greece, its people, or its culture.
Examples
- The Hellenic culture has greatly influenced Western civilization.
- Many Hellenic traditions are still practiced in Greece today.
- She studied ancient Hellenic philosophy at university.
Meaning
The term ‘Hellenic’ is often used to refer to the ancient Greek civilization and its influence on various aspects of modern culture, as well as to denote the language and heritage of Greece.
Synonyms
- Greek
- Classical
- Hellenistic
