Xenophile

C1 16+

Pronunciation: /zen.ə.faɪl/

Definitions of xenophile

noun a person who is attracted to foreign cultures or people

Example Sentences

A1 A xenophile is someone who loves foreign cultures.

A2 My friend is a xenophile and enjoys traveling to different countries.

B1 As a xenophile, she is always eager to try new foods from around the world.

B2 The xenophile in our group was thrilled to visit the international market.

C1 His career as a travel writer allows him to indulge his inner xenophile.

C2 Being a true xenophile, she has dedicated her life to studying and experiencing diverse cultures.

Examples of xenophile in a Sentence

formal As a xenophile, she enjoyed learning about different cultures and languages.

informal My friend is such a xenophile, always trying new foods from around the world.

slang I didn't realize you were such a xenophile, always watching foreign films.

figurative Being a xenophile in a world full of xenophobes can be challenging.

Grammatical Forms of xenophile

past tense

xenophiled

plural

xenophiles

comparative

more xenophile

superlative

most xenophile

present tense

xenophiles

future tense

will xenophile

perfect tense

have xenophiled

continuous tense

is xenophiling

singular

xenophile

positive degree

xenophile

infinitive

to xenophile

gerund

xenophiling

participle

xenophiling

Origin and Evolution of xenophile

First Known Use: 1934 year
Language of Origin: Greek
Story behind the word: The word 'xenophile' originates from the Greek words 'xenos' meaning 'foreigner' or 'stranger' and 'phile' meaning 'love'.
Evolution of the word: Originally used to describe someone who loves or is attracted to foreign people, cultures, or customs, the term 'xenophile' has evolved to encompass a broader sense of appreciation for diversity and inclusion in modern contexts.