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Word of the Day Wednesday, June 10, 2026

hellenize

/hɛlɪnaɪz/ verb · British & US
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What does hellenize mean?

verb

to make or become Greek in culture, language, or character; to give a Greek name to something.

Example

"The city was hellenized after the conquest, adopting many Greek customs and traditions."

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