Chris·tian·ize (kr s ch -n z )tr.v. Chris·tian·ized, Chris·tian·iz·ing, Chris·tian·iz·es 1. To take over or adapt in the name of Christianity: pagan monuments Christianized by early missionaries. 2. To convert to Christianity. Chris tian·i·zation (-ch-n-z shn) n.Chris tian·izer n. |
Christianize, Christianise [ˈkrɪstʃəˌnaɪz]
vb (tr)
1. (Christian Religious Writings / Theology) to make Christian or convert to Christianity
2. (Christian Religious Writings / Theology) to imbue with Christian principles, spirit, or outlook
Christianization , Christianisation n
Christianizer , Christianiser n
ThesaurusLegend: Synonyms Related Words Antonyms
| Verb | 1. | Christianize - adapt in the name of Christianity; "some people want to Christianize ancient pagan sites" adapt, accommodate - make fit for, or change to suit a new purpose; "Adapt our native cuisine to the available food resources of the new country" |
| 2. | Christianize - convert to Christianity; "missionaries have tried to Christianize native people all over the world" convert - cause to adopt a new or different faith; "The missionaries converted the Indian population" |
Translations
Christianize
vt → christianisieren
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