Word Finder - proselytize

definition

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

• convert
• evangelize

definition

(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

• advocate
• back
• endorse
• peddle
• recruit

The preacher sent out his congregation toproselytize to the community.

Do you have an argument strong enough to proselytize someone to believe you?

Those who form this cabal operate in a network of shadowy organizations that proselytize the demise of western democracy.

It was originally so used of converts to Judaism, but any one who sets out to convert others to his own opinions is said to " proselytize."

This step aroused grave discontent in the electorate, and, quickly abandoning his attempts to proselytize, the elector practically conceded religious liberty to his subjects.

The lawyer worked with his clients to proselytize the judge, hoping to get a decision in their favor.

A minister of justice and religion (Dharma Mahamatra) directed its operations; and, one of its first duties being to proselytize, he was specially charged with the welfare of the aborigines among whom its missionaries were sent.

So Zoroaster himself converted the Turanian Fryana with his kindred (sec above); and the same tendency to proselytize alien peoples survived in his religion.

But, make sure you balance the information with other microfinance books that does not proselytize as much.

It is part of the Mormon faith toproselytize to people that have different beliefs to their own religious beliefs.

After trying the newest electric car, Doug was a convert and couldn't wait to proselytize to his friends about it.

He does n't proselytize, he doesn't have any photos of himself on the sleeve.