'Hellenism' definitions:
Definition of 'Hellenism'
(from WordNet)
noun
The principles and ideals associated with classical Greek civilization
Definition of 'Hellenism'
From: GCIDE
- Hellenism \Hel"len*ism\, n. [Gr. ?: cf. F. Hell['e]nisme.]
- 1. A phrase or form of speech in accordance with genius and construction or idioms of the Greek language; a Grecism. --Addison. [1913 Webster]
- 2. 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. [1913 Webster]