Hellenic
adjective
Relating to Greece, its people, or its language.
The museum had a vast collection of Hellenic art.
Often appears as...
- hellenic culture
- hellenic period
Usage tips
Academic
adjective
Relating to ancient Greek history, language, or culture before the conquest of Alexander the Great.
We studied the Hellenic period in history class.
Often appears as...
- hellenic civilization
- hellenic era
Usage tips
Academic
adjective
Relating to Greece, its people, or its language.
The museum had a vast collection of Hellenic art.
Often appears as...
- hellenic culture
- hellenic period
Usage tips
Academic
adjective
Relating to ancient Greek history, language, or culture before the conquest of Alexander the Great.
We studied the Hellenic period in history class.
Often appears as...
- hellenic civilization
- hellenic era
Usage tips
Academic
Definition 1 of 2
Pro Tip 1/3Modern Reference
Used for contemporary Greek aspects, not limited to the historical context.
The restaurant serves Hellenic cuisine that is popular in Greece today.
Pro Tip 2/3Cultural Identity
Emphasizes the unique characteristics and culture of Greece now.
She is proud of her Hellenic heritage which is celebrated in annual festivals.
Pro Tip 3/3Geographic Usage
Refers to anything related to Greece, not just the language or the people.
The Hellenic islands offer stunning views and historical landmarks.
Pro Tip 1/3Modern Reference
Used for contemporary Greek aspects, not limited to the historical context.
The restaurant serves Hellenic cuisine that is popular in Greece today.
Pro Tip 2/3Cultural Identity
Emphasizes the unique characteristics and culture of Greece now.
She is proud of her Hellenic heritage which is celebrated in annual festivals.
Pro Tip 3/3Geographic Usage
Refers to anything related to Greece, not just the language or the people.
The Hellenic islands offer stunning views and historical landmarks.
Pro Tip 1/3Modern Reference
Used for contemporary Greek aspects, not limited to the historical context.
The restaurant serves Hellenic cuisine that is popular in Greece today.
Pro Tip 2/3Cultural Identity
Emphasizes the unique characteristics and culture of Greece now.
She is proud of her Hellenic heritage which is celebrated in annual festivals.
Pro Tip 3/3Geographic Usage
Refers to anything related to Greece, not just the language or the people.
The Hellenic islands offer stunning views and historical landmarks.
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