1. to combine different religious, cultural, or philosophical beliefs or practices into a unified system
Usage: British spelling; American spelling is ‘syncretize’

Examples

• The ancient Romans tended to syncretise their gods with those of conquered peoples.
• Many Caribbean religions syncretise African traditions with Christianity.
• The philosopher attempted to syncretise Eastern and Western thought.
• Colonial encounters often led communities to syncretise their traditional practices with new influences.
• The artist’s work syncretises elements from multiple cultural traditions.
• Scholars debate whether it’s possible to successfully syncretise such different belief systems.