How to Pronounce "proselyted"
word
ˈprɑːsəˌlaɪtɪd
PRAH-suh-LYTE-id
ˈprɒsɪˌlaɪtɪd
PROS-i-LYTE-id
Definition
To try to persuade someone to change their beliefs, especially their religion, to yours. Used most often in a religious context.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈprɑːsəˌlaɪtɪd
British English
ˈprɒsɪˌlaɪtɪd
Simplified Pronunciation
US
PRAH-suh-LYTE-id
UK
PROS-i-LYTE-id
Listen in Context
He proselyted many people to his faith.
The group proselyted in new neighborhoods.
She was proselyted by her friends.
Missionaries often proselyted door to door in that era.