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Dissuaded

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

Definition

To persuade someone not to do something.

Synonyms & similar words

persuade dissuade deter discourage deter prevent stop hinder prohibit restrain thwart avert block forbid interfere obstruct oppose refrain

Example sentences

  1. I tried to dissuade my friend from skipping school.
  2. The doctor dissuaded his patient from smoking.
  3. The coach dissuaded the team from giving up.
  4. The teacher dissuaded the students from cheating.
  5. The police officer dissuaded the driver from speeding.

Quotes

  • The best way to persuade people is with your ears - by listening to them. - Dean Rusk
  • The greatest persuasive technique is sincerity. - Norman Vincent Peale
  • The way to persuade someone to do something is to make them think it was their idea. - Paul Waldman

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