Graecophilic
- adjective
- /ˌɡriːkəˈfɪlɪk/
:
graecófilo
- Her Graecophilic tastes were evident in the classical statues decorating her home.
Examples
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Her Graecophilic tendencies were evident in her love for Greek cuisine.
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The museum's Graecophilic director ensured the collection emphasized ancient Greek art.
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Many Graecophilic scholars have extensively researched Hellenistic history.
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He is a Graecophilic scholar who studies ancient Greek texts.
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Her Graecophilic tastes were evident in the classical statues decorating her home.
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The museum's Graecophilic director ensured the collection emphasized ancient Greek art.
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She developed a Graecophilic passion, immersing herself in Greek literature and philosophy.
Synonyms
Having a strong admiration for Greek people or culture
Having strong love for Greece, its people, and its culture
Showing strong admiration for Greece and its culture
How Admiring
175
2.7
Surface Forms
Morphology
Graecophilic = graecophile (transparent) = graeco + phil + ic
Derived from the combining form for 'Greek' plus a standard '-phile/‑philic' element meaning 'loving', so the adjectival meaning is directly predictable from the base.
Etymology
Graecophilic combines Graeco- meaning 'Greek' and -philic meaning 'loving', just like philosophy ('love of wisdom'). So, a Graecophilic person admires or loves Greek people, art, and culture.