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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

proselytism

/prəˈsɛlɪtɪzəm/ noun · British & US
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What does proselytism mean?

noun

The act of converting or persuading someone to a particular religion or opinion; the practice of trying to convert people to a particular religion or cause.

Example

"The missionary's proselytism was met with resistance from the local community."

Definition generated by AI and curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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