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Convincing

Verb / kʌˈnvɪnsɪŋ / Another word for convincing — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

able to persuade someone to believe or do something

Synonyms & similar words

convince convert unconvincing winover persuasive compelling credible plausible believable effective forceful influential potent powerful satisfying solid strong valid weighty conclusive decisive indisputable irrefutable undeniable

Synonyms by register

Formal

persuasive compelling cogent authoritative

Informal

believable good solid strong

Literary

irrefutable potent

Antonyms

unconvincing implausible doubtful weak unbelievable dubious

Common collocations

  • convincing argument
  • convincing case
  • convincing evidence
  • convincing performance
  • convincing explanation
  • convincing win
  • convincing manner

Word family

noun conviction
verb convince
adjective convincing
adverb convincingly

Usage note

While 'convincing' means making someone believe something is true or real, its antonym 'unconvincing' is more common than 'inconvincing'.

Example sentences

  1. The salesman was so convincing that I bought the product.
  2. The evidence was convincing enough to prove the suspect's guilt.
  3. She gave a convincing performance in the school play.
  4. The team's convincing win secured their spot in the playoffs.
  5. The scientist's research provided a convincing argument for the new theory.

Quotes

  • I think a lot of people are convinced of the potential of the internet.
  • Words are convincing when they seem to come from our own mouths.
  • The most convincing arguments are those that resonate with our own experiences.

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