Synonyms for

Influencing

Verb / ˈɪˌnflu:ʌnsɪŋ / Another word for influencing — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Having an effect on or changing someone or something.

Synonyms & similar words

charm actupon regulate tempt work mold shape influence determine affecting manipulating swaying altering transforming changing modifying shaping molding impacting guiding directing leading motivating persuading convincing encouraging inspiring stimulating promoting

Synonyms by register

Formal

affecting impacting shaping directing

Informal

swaying nudging pushing getting to

Literary

molding guiding steering

Antonyms

hindering obstructing discouraging deterring blocking preventing

Common collocations

  • influencing behavior
  • influencing opinion
  • influencing decisions
  • influencing the outcome
  • influencing public
  • influencing policy
  • influencing change

Word family

noun influence
verb influence
adjective influential
adverb influentially

Usage note

The word 'influencing' often implies a subtle or indirect effect. Be mindful of the context; 'manipulating' carries a negative connotation, while 'persuading' suggests a more direct appeal.

Example sentences

  1. The teacher is influencing the students to read more books.
  2. My mom is influencing me to eat my vegetables.
  3. The weather is influencing our decision to go to the beach.
  4. The coach is influencing the team to work harder.
  5. The leader is influencing the company to make better decisions.

Quotes

  • The people you surround yourself with influence your behaviors, so choose them wisely. - Dan Buettner
  • The greatest glory in living lies not in never falling, but in rising every time we fall. - Nelson Mandela
  • I cannot change the direction of the wind, but I can adjust my sails to always reach my destination. - Jimmy Dean

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