French translation of paganizing is 
paganizing

Meaning of "paganizing" in English

"Paganizing" refers to the act of converting or adapting something into paganism, which is a religious belief system that is not part of the main world religions, often involving the worship of nature and multiple deities. It can also mean making an idea, place, or culture more pagan in its characteristics or practices. The term is often used in the context of historical or cultural shifts, where the influence of pagan traditions becomes evident in places traditionally dominated by other religious practices.

Meaning of "paganizing" in French

In French, "paganizing" (paganisant) holds a similar meaning to its English counterpart. It refers to the process of infusing pagan elements into a religious, cultural, or social context. This could involve adopting pagan rituals, symbols, or themes. The term also implies a departure from established religious traditions towards polytheistic or nature-based belief systems. The concept focuses on the integration of non-mainstream spiritual practices into a group or community's prevailing ideology or customs.

Pronunciation of "paganizing" in English

Phonetic Transcription: /ˈpeɪɡəˌnaɪzɪŋ/

Pronunciation Variations: In some regions, you might hear slight variations in the vowel sounds, with the first syllable pronounced closer to "pay-guh" or "paa-guh," depending on local accents.

Pronunciation of "paganizing" in French

Phonetic Transcription: /pa.ɡa.ni.zɑ̃/

Pronunciation Variations: French regional accents might alter the stress or vowel sound slightly, but the standard pronunciation generally remains consistent, focusing on the nasalized "ɑ̃" in the final syllable.

Sentence examples in English and translation to French

1. The festival aimed at paganizing the local traditions through ceremonial dances.
   (Le festival visait à paganiser les traditions locales par des danses cérémonielles.)

2. Some historians argue that paganizing influences are visible in medieval art.
   (Certains historiens soutiennent que les influences paganistes sont visibles dans l'art médiéval.)

3. There was a significant paganizing movement throughout Europe in ancient times.
   (Il y avait un mouvement significatif de paganisation à travers l'Europe dans les temps anciens.)

4. The novel explores the paganizing transformation of a small Christian village.
   (Le roman explore la transformation paganiste d'un petit village chrétien.)

5. Critics suggest that the film is paganizing historical events for dramatic effect.
   (Les critiques suggèrent que le film paganise des événements historiques pour un effet dramatique.)

6. Archeologists discovered evidence of paganizing practices in early settlements.
   (Les archéologues ont découvert des preuves de pratiques paganistes dans les premiers établissements.)

7. The group was accused of paganizing Christian symbols.
   (Le groupe a été accusé de paganiser des symboles chrétiens.)

8. The architect incorporated paganizing elements into the cathedral's design.
   (L'architecte a incorporé des éléments paganistes dans la conception de la cathédrale.)

9. Music festivals have been seen as a way of paganizing modern culture.
   (Les festivals de musique ont été vus comme un moyen de paganiser la culture moderne.)

10. His artwork captures a paganizing influence that challenges traditional norms.
    (Son œuvre capte une influence paganiste qui défie les normes traditionnelles.)

Synonyms, antonyms, and similar words for "paganizing" in English

Synonyms: converting, infusing, transforming, incorporating, adapting

Antonyms: sanctifying, baptizing, purifying, cleansing, Christianizing

Similar Words: secularizing, spiritualizing, ritualizing, mythologizing

Synonyms, antonyms, and similar words for "paganizing" in French

Synonyms: convertir, imprégner, transformer, incorporer, adapter

Antonyms: sanctifier, baptiser, purifier, christianiser

Similar Words: séculariser, spiritualiser, ritualiser, mythologiser

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