Graecophil

/ˈɡreɪ.koʊ.fɪl/ noun

Definition

A person who loves or admires Greek culture, language, or civilization.

Etymology

From 'Graeco-' (Greek) combined with '-phil' from Greek 'philos' meaning 'lover of.' The term emerged in the 18th century to describe enthusiasts of classical Greek learning.

Kelly Says

Thomas Jefferson was a graecophil who designed his home Monticello based on a Greek temple, filled it with Greek texts, and insisted the founding documents reflect Greek democratic ideals.

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