About The Word Proselytism
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Proselytism
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What's The Definition Of Proselytism?
[n] the state of being a proselyte; spiritual rebirth resulting from the zeal of crusading advocacy of the gospel
[n] the practice of proselytizing Synonyms | Synonyms for Proselytism: Related Terms | Find terms related to Proselytism: See Also | conversion | persuasion | rebirth | spiritual rebirth | suasion Proselytism In Webster's Dictionary \Pros"e*ly*tism\, n. [Cf. F. pros['e]lytisme.]
1. The act or practice of proselyting; the making of converts
to a religion or a religious sect, or to any opinion,
system, or party.
They were possessed of a spirit of proselytism in
the most fanatical degree. --Burke.
2. Conversion to a religion, system, or party.
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