ˈgrēˌsizəm noun
( -s )
Usage: usually capitalized
Etymology: Medieval Latin Graecismus, from Latin Graecus Greek + -ismus -ism — more at greek
1. : a characteristic feature of Greek occurring in another language
2.
a. : a quality or mode of thought or action distinctive of the Greeks especially of ancient Greece
b. : the spirit of Greek art or culture especially in ancient times
3.
a. : imitation of Greek art, literature, sculpture, or architecture
b. : an instance of such imitation