Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

christianize

verb

/ˈkrɪs.tʃən.aɪz/

Definition

To convert to Christianity or make something more Christian in character.

Examples

Many missionaries traveled to remote areas to christianize the local population.
The movement aimed to christianize the customs and traditions of the indigenous people.

Meaning

Christianize refers to the process of converting someone or something to the Christian faith, or infusing Christian principles into a culture, practice, or institution.