Graecophilic (Adjective)
Meaning
Characterized by a love of Greece and Grecian things; "the Philhellenic Society".
Classification
Relational adjectives (pertainyms).
Examples
- Tourists often describe the island of Santorini as having a graecophilic charm that instantly draws them in.
- The graecophilic aesthetic in the hotel lobby featured classical columns, marble floors, and vibrant Mediterranean colors.
- Her graecophilic tastes led her to fill her home with antique Greek vases, artworks, and beautifully crafted furniture pieces.
- Visitors were inspired by the graecophilic architecture of the historic mansion, which included stunning Greek-inspired gardens.
- After spending several years studying in Athens, the young artist developed a graecophilic style that characterized much of her later work.