proselyte

noun
UK: /ˈprɒs.ə.laɪt/
US: /ˈprɑː.sə.laɪt/

  1. A new convert to a religion or belief system.

    1. He is a new proselyte to the faith.
    2. The leader welcomed the proselyte into their established community with open arms.

  2. A person who has changed to a new opinion or party.

    1. She became a proselyte of veganism.
    2. After the debate, he emerged as a proselyte of the opposing viewpoint, surprising everyone.

Synonyms

convert disciple adherent follower recruit zealot
proselyte verb

  1. To induce someone to convert to a religion or belief system.

    1. They tried to proselyte the tourists.
    2. Missionaries actively proselyte in many parts of the world, aiming to spread their faith.

  2. To attempt to convert someone to a cause, doctrine, or system.

    1. He sought to proselyte his colleagues.
    2. The organization uses social media to proselyte young people to their environmental cause.
proselyte adjective

  1. Relating to or characteristic of a proselyte; zealous or enthusiastic in advocating a new belief.

    1. He had a proselyte zeal.
    2. The proselyte fervor with which she embraced her new lifestyle was inspiring to others.

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "proselyte" in English means: A new convert to a religion or belief system., A person who has changed to a new opinion or party..

The phonetic transcription of "proselyte" is /ˈprɒs.ə.laɪt/ in British English and /ˈprɑː.sə.laɪt/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "proselyte": convert, disciple, adherent, follower, recruit, zealot.

Example usage of "proselyte": "He is a new proselyte to the faith.". More examples on the page.