Byzantinism

/bɪˈzæntɪˌnɪzəm/ noun

Definition

The style, culture, practices, or characteristics associated with the Byzantine Empire or Byzantine civilization.

Etymology

From 'Byzantine' with the suffix '-ism' (from Greek '-isma'), creating a noun meaning the system or ideology associated with Byzantine culture.

Kelly Says

'-ism' words are powerful—they take an adjective (Byzantine) and make it a whole worldview or system. 'Byzantinism' suggests that being Byzantine wasn't just a location, it was a complete way of organizing society, art, religion, and politics!

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