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proselytism

[ pros-uh-li-tiz-uhm, -lahy- ]

noun

  1. the act or fact of becoming a proselyte; conversion.
  2. the state or condition of a proselyte.
  3. the practice of making proselytes.


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Other Words From

  • pros·e·lyt·i·cal [pros-, uh, -, lit, -i-k, uh, l], adjective

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Word History and Origins

Origin of proselytism1

First recorded in 1650–60; proselyte + -ism

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Example Sentences

Proselytism, however, was not allowed; and all Christian sects were perhaps not viewed with equal favor.

Proselytism was still carried on with zeal, and new converts were made every day.

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