GRE Word List

PROSELYTIZE

to induce someone to convert to one's faith

The meaning of the word proselytize is to induce someone to convert to one's faith.

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WordMeaning
avengeto take vengeance for or on behalf of
invincibleincapable of being conquered, overcome, or subdued
slakesubside
self-indulgenceexcessive or unrestrained gratification of one's own appetites, desires, or whims
salubriousfavorable to or promoting health or well-being
idioman expression in the usage of a language that is peculiar to itself either in having a meaning that cannot be derived from the conjoined meanings of its elements (such as up in the air for "undecided") or in its grammatically atypical use of words (such as give way)
penumbraa space of partial illumination (as in an eclipse) between the perfect shadow on all sides and the full light
bearingthe manner in which one behaves or comports oneself : the manner in which one bears (see bear
inquisitorone who inquires or makes inquisition
anointto smear or rub with oil or an oily substance