Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
Hellenism
Noun
/ˈhɛl.ə.nɪ.zəm/
Definition
Hellenism refers to the culture, ideals, and pattern of life of ancient Greece, especially during the period from the conquests of Alexander the Great until the coming of Rome.
Examples
- Hellenism played a crucial role in shaping the cultural landscape of the ancient world.
- Many philosophies that emerged during historic Hellenism continue to influence modern thought.
- The coming of Hellenism changed the local customs and traditions of the regions it touched.
Meaning
It embodies the spread and influence of Greek language, culture, and civilization across the eastern Mediterranean and Near East.
Synonyms
- Greek culture
- Hellenic culture
- Classical Greek influence
