evangelize

/ɛvˈændʒɪlaɪz/

Definitions

1. verb

to spread or promote the teachings or principles of a particular religion, especially Christianity

“The missionaries came to the village to evangelize the local population.”

2. verb

to persuade or convert someone to a particular point of view or cause

“The activist sought to evangelize the public about the need for environmental protection.”

3. noun

the act of spreading or promoting the teachings or principles of a particular religion, especially Christianity

“The evangelization efforts of the early Christian church led to its rapid growth.”

Synonyms

  • convert
  • preach
  • proselytize

Antonyms

  • apostatize
  • blaspheme