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Meaning of PROSELYTIZE

Pronunciation:  'prâsuli`tIz

WordNet Dictionary
 
 Definition: [v]  convert to another faith or religion
 
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 Synonyms: proselytise
 
 See Also: advocate, convert, convince, preach, win over

 

 

Webster's 1913 Dictionary
 
 Definition: 
  1. \Pros"e*ly*tize\, v. t. [imp. & p. p.
    {proselytized}; p. pr. & vb. n. {Proselytizing}.]
    To convert to some religion, system, opinion, or the like; to
    bring, or cause to come, over; to proselyte.
          One of those whom they endeavor to proselytize.
                                                   --Burke.
    
  2. \Pros"e*ly*tize\, v. i.
    To make converts or proselytes.
    
 

 

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