syncretize

[ sing-kri-tahyz, sin- ]

verb (used with or without object)

, syn·cre·tized, syn·cre·tiz·ing.

1. to attempt to combine or unite, as different or opposing principles, parties, etc.

syncretize

/ ˈsɪŋkrɪˌtaɪz /

verb

1. to combine or attempt to combine the characteristic teachings, beliefs, or practices of (differing systems of religion or philosophy)

Derived Forms

• ˌsyncretiˈzation, noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of syncretize¹

1665–75; < New Latin syncrētizāre < Greek synkrētízein to form a confederation, equivalent to syn- syn- + Krēt- (stem of Krḗs ) a Cretan + -izein -ize; syncretism

Example Sentences

For them, Our Lady of Charity, or Our Lady of Cobre, who they syncretize as Ochún, is the Yoruba deity of love, fertility and money.

From New York Times

They had heard of that from the many faiths whose pure or syncretized forms made the religious background of their time.

From Project Gutenberg

No; I do not see how beauty and utility are ever to be syncretized into a homogeneous conception.

From Project Gutenberg