Definition

A person who loves and is very interested in films and movies.

Example

As a true cinephile, she spends every weekend watching classic films.

Conversation

I just watched this amazing film that every cinephile should see.

Oh really? What’s it called?

It's called 'The Grand Budapest Hotel.' You'd love it if you're a cinephile.

I've heard great things about it! I’ll add it to my list.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Cinephile → It is formed from "cine-" (from Greek "kinein", meaning to move) and "-phile" (from Greek "philos", meaning loving). The word "cinephile" describes a person who loves or is passionate about movies, as it combines the idea of movement (as in film) with love.

Memory Tip

Think of 'kinein' meaning to 'move' and 'philos' meaning 'loving' — a cinephile is someone who loves the movement of film.

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