Christianize

Other forms: Christianized; Christianizing; Christianizes

Definitions of Christianize
  1. verb
    convert to Christianity
    “missionaries have tried to Christianize native people all over the world”
    synonyms: Christianise
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    type of:
    convert
    cause to adopt a new or different faith
  2. verb
    adapt in the name of Christianity
    “some people want to Christianize ancient pagan sites”
    synonyms: Christianise
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    type of:
    accommodate, adapt
    make fit for, or change to suit a new purpose
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