xenomania

English

Etymology

From xeno- +‎ -mania. The components are of Ancient Greek origin. When used in the context of Greece, the word is likely borrowed from modern Greek ξενομανία (xenomanía).

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  • Rhymes: -eɪniə

Noun

xenomania (uncountable)

  1. A strong or excessive preference for foreigners or for foreign customs, manners, or institutions.
    Antonym: xenophobia

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