📢proselytize

verb
/ˈprɒsəˌlaɪtaɪz/

Meaning

To try to persuade someone to convert to a different belief or religion.

Example Sentences

They tried to proselytize the villagers with their new ideas.

Synonyms

convert, evangelize, preach, recruit, persuade

Antonyms

dissuade, discourage

Collocations

proselytize others, proselytize villagers, actively proselytize

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