influentially
Definition
- Adverb:
- In a manner that exerts influence: The word "influentially" describes the way in which someone or something acts to have an effect on the character, development, or behavior of someone or something else.
Usage Examples
- Adverb:
- She spoke influentially at the conference, changing many minds. (She spoke in a manner that exerted influence at the conference.)
- The book was written influentially, shaping an entire generation's thinking. (The book was written in a way that exerted influence.)
Advanced Usage
- Used to modify verbs of communication or action: Often paired with verbs like to describe the impactful nature of the action.
- He argued influentially for policy reform.
- Used in evaluative contexts: To assess the impact of a person's work or actions retrospectively.
- Although not famous in his lifetime, his theories were later recognized as influentially proposed.
Variants and Related Words
- Influence (n/v): The capacity to have an effect; to have an effect on.
- Influential (adj): Having great influence.
- Influencer (n): A person or thing that influences.
Synonyms
- Persuasively: In a convincing manner.
- Powerfully: With great power or effect.
- Effectively: In a way that produces a desired result.
Antonyms
- Ineffectually: Without the desired effect.
- Weakly: Without strength or power.
Related Phrases
- To act influentially: To take action in a way that sways opinions or outcomes.
- The community leader acted influentially to calm the tensions.
- To write influentially: To produce written work that has a significant impact.
- Several authors have written influentially on this topic.
Adverb
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exerting influence
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