convince

/kən'vins/

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Word: Convince

Part of Speech: Verb

Definition: To make someone agree, understand, or realize that something is true or valid. When you convince someone, you provide reasons or evidence that change their mind or beliefs.

Usage Instructions: Use "convince" when you talk about persuading someone to accept an idea, belief, or action. It often involves presenting arguments or explanations to help the other person see your point of view.

Example Sentence: She tried to convince her friend to join the gym with her because she thought it would be fun and healthy.

Advanced Usage:

In more complex situations, "convince" can be used in different tenses and forms. For example: - Past Tense: convinced (e.g., He convinced her to take the job.) - Present Participle: convincing (e.g., They are convincing their parents to let them go on the trip.)

Word Variants:

• Convincing (adjective): Describes something that is persuasive or believable.
  • Example: The evidence was very convincing.
• Convinced (adjective): Describes someone who has been persuaded or is sure about something.
  • Example: I am convinced that I made the right choice.

Different Meanings:

While "convince" primarily means to persuade, it can also imply a sense of assurance or certainty about a belief. - Example: After reading the report, I am convinced of the project's success.

Synonyms:

• Persuade
• Sway
• Influence
• Assure
• Satisfy (in the sense of providing enough reason)

Idioms and Phrasal Verbs:

1. Convince someone of something: To make someone believe something.

   • Example: She managed to convince him of her innocence.

2. Convince oneself: To persuade oneself to believe something.

   • Example: He had to convince himself that he could finish the race.

Conclusion:

"Convince" is a versatile verb that is all about persuasion and changing beliefs or opinions.

Academic

Verb

1. make (someone) agree, understand, or realize the truth or validity of something
   • He had finally convinced several customers of the advantages of his product

Synonyms

• convert
• win over