hellenize Definition
- 1to make Greek in character or quality
- 2to bring under Greek influence or control
Using hellenize: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "hellenize" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
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Alexander the Great sought to Hellenize the Persian Empire.
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The spread of Greek culture throughout the Mediterranean helped to Hellenize the region.
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The city's architecture and art were Hellenized during the Hellenistic period.
hellenize Synonyms and Antonyms
Synonyms for hellenize
- grecize
- hellenicize
- hellenify
Phrases with hellenize
the period of ancient Greek history between the death of Alexander the Great in 323 BC and the emergence of the Roman Empire in 31 BC
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The Hellenistic period saw the spread of Greek culture and influence throughout the Mediterranean.
the culture and civilization of ancient Greece, particularly during the Classical period from the 5th to the 4th centuries BC
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The Hellenic civilization produced some of the greatest works of art and literature in human history.
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The Hellenic Republic is known for its rich history and cultural heritage.
Origins of hellenize
from Greek 'Hellen' meaning 'Greek'
Summary: hellenize in Brief
'Hellenize' [ˈhelənaɪz] means to make Greek in character or quality, or to bring under Greek influence or control. It is often used to describe the spread of Greek culture and influence throughout history, such as during the Hellenistic period. Synonyms include 'grecize,' 'hellenicize,' and 'hellenify.'
