Definition

To persuade someone to change their religious beliefs or to adopt a new belief or idea.

Example

The missionary aimed to proselytize the local community by sharing his faith.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Have you ever thought about how people proselytize their beliefs?

Yeah, it’s interesting to see how passionate they can be about it.

Right? Sometimes it feels like they’re trying too hard to convince others.

Definitely! It’s important to respect different views, even if we don’t agree.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Proselytize → It is formed from "proselytos" (meaning a newcomer or convert) and the suffix "-ize" (meaning to make or to cause to be). The word refers to the act of making someone a newcomer or convert to a particular faith or belief.

Memory Tip

Think of someone who is trying to make others into 'newcomers' or converts to their beliefs — that's what proselytize means.

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