Meaning of the word proselytize in English

What does proselytize mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

proselytize

US /ˈprɑː.sə.lɪ.taɪz/
UK /ˈprɒs.əl.ɪ.taɪz/

Verb

to try to persuade someone to change their religious or political beliefs or way of living to your own

Example:
Missionaries often travel to remote areas to proselytize.
He tried to proselytize his friends to join his new political movement.
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