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syncretize
[ sing-kri-tahyz, sin- ]
verb (used with or without object)
, syn·cre·tized, syn·cre·tiz·ing.
- to attempt to combine or unite, as different or opposing principles, parties, etc.
syncretize
/ ˈsɪŋkrɪˌtaɪz /
verb
- to combine or attempt to combine the characteristic teachings, beliefs, or practices of (differing systems of religion or philosophy)
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Derived Forms
- ˌsyncretiˈzation, noun
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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
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