Francophilism

/ˌfræn.koʊˈfɪ.lɪ.zəm/ noun

Definition

The quality or practice of being a francophile; an excessive or devoted admiration of French culture and things French.

Etymology

From francophile plus the '-ism' suffix denoting a system, practice, or condition. This term formalizes the concept of French cultural devotion as a philosophical or social stance.

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Francophilism became so powerful that it influenced art movements, philosophy, and fashion globally—Napoleon's military loss couldn't stop French cultural victory from conquering the world's imagination.

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