General:
* Change: This is a broad synonym that can be used in many contexts.
* Transform: This implies a more significant change than "convert."
* Alter: Similar to "change," but may imply a less drastic change.
* Modify: This suggests a specific change to an existing thing.
Specific to religion:
* Proselytize: This specifically refers to converting someone to a particular religion.
* Baptize: This refers to a religious ceremony that symbolizes conversion.
Specific to data or files:
* Translate: This is used when converting from one format to another.
* Encode: This is used when converting data into a specific format.
* Decode: This is the opposite of "encode."
Specific to energy:
* Transform: This can be used when converting one form of energy to another, such as solar energy to electricity.
Other:
* Turn: This is a more informal synonym for "convert."
* Switch: This implies a choice between two options.
It's important to choose the synonym that best fits the specific meaning and context of your sentence.