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Meaning of proselytize

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

proselytize

Pronunciation:/ˈpɹɑ.zə.lə.taɪz//ˈpɹɒs.əl.ə.taɪz//ˈpɹɑ.sə.lə.taɪz/

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Definitions

  1. To advertise one’s religious beliefs; to convert (someone) to one’s own faith or religious movement or encourage them to do so.

    Example: It is illegal to proselytize [children] in some countries

    Synonyms:convertevangelize
  2. (by extension) To advertise a non-religious belief, way of living, cause, point of view, (scientific) hypothesis, social or other position, political party, or other organization; to convince someone to join such a cause or organization or support such a position; to recruit someone.

    Example: He has the annoying habit of proselytizing [his political views] at parties.

    Synonyms:advocatebackendorsepeddlerecruit