Islamize

[ is-luh-mahyz, iz-, is-lah-mahyz, iz- ]

verb (used with object)

, Is·lam·ized, Is·lam·iz·ing.

1. to convert to Islam.
2. to bring into a state of harmony or conformity with the principles and teachings of Islam; give an Islamic character or identity to.

Islamize

/ ˈɪzləˌmaɪz /

verb

1. tr to convert to or bring under the influence of Islam

Derived Forms

• ˌIslamiˈzation, noun

Other Words From

• Islam·i·zation noun
• Islam·izer noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of Islamize¹

First recorded in 1840–50; Islam + -ize

Example Sentences

As he attempts to Islamize Turkey, Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan is using women and their children.

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