1. the practice of attempting to convert people from one religion, belief, or opinion to another

Examples

• The missionary’s proselytism in the remote village was met with mixed reactions.
• Some countries have laws restricting religious proselytism.
• The organization was accused of aggressive proselytism among college students.
• His proselytism for vegetarianism annoyed his friends at dinner parties.
• The constitution protects both religious freedom and freedom from unwanted proselytism.
• Door-to-door proselytism has become less common in recent decades.