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Persuading

Verb / pɜ:ˈsweɪdɪŋ / Another word for persuading — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

To convince someone to do or believe something through reasoning or argument.

Synonyms & similar words

persuade dissuade carry sway convince influence urge prompt coax entice induce encourage sway motivate sell pressure press push prod

Example sentences

  1. She was persuading her parents to let her stay up late.
  2. He was persuading his classmates to vote for him as class president.
  3. The salesman was persuading the customer to buy the expensive car.
  4. I am not good at persuading people to change their minds.
  5. She tried persuading him to go to the party but he still refused.

Quotes

  • The art of persuasion is not in changing peoples' minds based on your beliefs, but in convincing people to believe or do what you want them to based on their own values and beliefs. - Unknown
  • Persuasion is often more effectual than force. - Aesop
  • Influence is like a savings account. The less you use it, the more you've got. - Andrew Young

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