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Anglomania

usgb/ˌæŋɡləʊˈmeɪniə/Volume
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Cultural EnthusiasmPlay
Anglomania shows a fascination with British culture, beyond just liking it. SlideHer anglomania was evident in her British-themed tea parties.
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Not Always PositivePlay
Sometimes 'anglomania' can imply an excessive or uncritical admiration, which may not be positive. SlideHis peers teased him for his anglomania, calling it an obsession.
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Understanding the historical context of when the term was popular can help grasp its full meaning. SlideStudying the 1800s helps explain the origins of anglomania among European elites.