hellenism

from WordNet (r) 3.0 (2006)

Hellenism
    n 1: the principles and ideals associated with classical Greek
         civilization

from The Collaborative International Dictionary of English v.0.48

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.
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   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.
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