apostatize
Origin of apostatize
1- Also especially British, a·pos·ta·tise .
Other words from apostatize
- a·pos·ta·tism [uh-pos-tuh-tiz-uhm], /əˈpɒs təˌtɪz əm/, noun
- un·a·pos·ta·tized, adjective
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How to use apostatize in a sentence
He was immediately cast into prison, and alternate threats and promises were employed to induce him to apostatize.
Mary, Help of Christians | VariousMorrice FitzJohn of Desmond was allowed to endeavour to induce them to apostatize and enter the service of their enemy.
Sir Walter Ralegh | William StebbingHe then returned to Cologne, where he again met Bucer and Melanchthon, who were endeavoring to induce the bishop to apostatize.
The Jesuits, 1534-1921 | Thomas J. CampbellThere is nothing will cause you sooner to apostatize from your Principles, and from your practices, then base fear of men.
A Vindication of the Presbyteriall-Government and Ministry | Ministers and Elders of the London Provinciall AssemblyThe revolt in Cagayan in 1718 finishes the mission, for its inhabitants apostatize and take to the mountain.
The Philippine Islands, 1493-1898 | Various
British Dictionary definitions for apostatize
apostatise
/ (əˈpɒstəˌtaɪz) /
(intr) to forsake or abandon one's belief, faith, or allegiance
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