syncretize

v., -tized, -tiz·ing, -tiz·es.

v.tr.

To reconcile and unite (differing religious beliefs, for example), especially with partial success or a heterogeneous result.

v.intr.

To combine differing elements or beliefs, especially with partial success or a heterogeneous result.

[Greek sunkrētizein, to unite against a common enemy. See syncretism.]

brought about by fusion of forms of belief/practice

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The verb has 2 meanings:

Meaning #1: become fused
  Synonym: syncretise

Meaning #2: unite (beliefs or conflicting principles)
  Synonym: syncretise

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