convert

¹con·vert

verb \kən-ˈvərt\

Definition of CONVERT

transitive verb

1

a : to bring over from one belief, view, or party to another b : to bring about a religious conversion in

2

a : to alter the physical or chemical nature or properties of especially in manufacturing b (1) : to change from one form or function to another (2) : to alter for more effective utilization (3) : to appropriate without right c : to exchange for an equivalent <convert foreign currency into dollars> <convert a bond>

3

obsolete : turn

4

: to subject to logical conversion

5

a : to make a goal after receiving (a pass) from a teammate b : to score on (as a try for point or free throw) c : to make (a spare) in bowling

intransitive verb

1

: to undergo conversion

2

: to succeed in an attempt for a point, field goal, or free throw

Examples of CONVERT

1. They tried for two points but could not convert.
2. They had many chances to score but they couldn't convert their opportunities.
3. They had chances to score but couldn't convert.

Origin of CONVERT

Middle English, from Anglo-French convertir, from Latin convertere to turn around, transform, convert, from com- + vertere to turn — more at worth

First Known Use: 14th century

Related to CONVERT

Synonyms: proselyte, proselytize

Related Words: missionize; brainwash, influence, sway; propagate

Near Antonyms: secularize; dissuade

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Rhymes with CONVERT

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