convert synonyms

convert

n.

proselyte, neophyte, disciple; see beginner, believer, follower.

convert

v.

  1. To alter the form or use

    turn, transform, change; see change 1.

  2. To alter convictions

    turn, regenerate, save, bring the light to, show the light to, bring to God, make a convert of, baptize, make a Christian of, change into, bring over, bring around, bring round, make over, assimilate to, lead to believe, gain the confidence of, change the heart of, proselytize, create anew, persuade, win over, switch*; see also reform 1. See syn. study at change, transform.

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