proselytism

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

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noun

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

Origin of proselytism

First recorded in 1650–60; proselyte + -ism

Related formspros·e·lyt·i·cal

[pros-uh-lit-i-kuh l] /ˌprɒs əˈlɪt ɪ kəl/, adjective

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Related Words for proselytism

hype, indoctrination, publicity, disinformation, training, instruction, learning, teaching, literacy, tutoring, scholarship, coaching, apprenticeship, discipline, information, science, study, schooling, improvement, culture

Examples from the Web for proselytism

Historical Examples of proselytism

Proselytism, however, was not allowed; and all Christian sects were perhaps not viewed with equal favor.
The Seven Great Monarchies Of The Ancient Eastern World, Vol 7. (of 7): The Sassanian or New Persian Empire
George Rawlinson
Proselytism was still carried on with zeal, and new converts were made every day.
The Paris Sketch Book of Mr. M. A. Titmarsh
William Makepeace Thackeray

Word Origin and History for proselytism

n.

1650s, from proselyte + -ism.

Online Etymology Dictionary, © 2010 Douglas Harper