persuasive
/pə'sweisiv/
Definition
- Adjective:
- Intended or having the power to induce action or belief: Describes something (like speech, writing, or a person) that is effective in convincing someone to do something or to believe that something is true or correct.
Usage
- The word persuasive is used to describe the quality of an argument, a person, or a message that successfully influences thoughts or behaviors.
- It is commonly used with nouns like , , , , , , or .
Examples
- Adjective:
- She presented a persuasive argument for increasing the budget.
- He is a very persuasive salesman; he can convince anyone to buy his product.
- The lawyer's closing statement was highly persuasive and swayed the jury.
Advanced Usage
- "Persuasive writing": A form of writing intended to convince the reader of a particular point of view.
- The course focuses on developing skills in persuasive writing.
- "Persuasively" (Adverb): In a manner that is convincing.
- He argued his case persuasively.
- "Persuasiveness" (Noun): The quality of being persuasive.
- The success of the campaign depended on the persuasiveness of its message.
Variants and Related Words
- Persuade (Verb): To cause someone to do or believe something through reasoning or argument.
- I tried to persuade him to change his mind.
- Persuasion (Noun):
- The act of persuading someone.
- She used gentle persuasion to get her way.
- A belief or set of beliefs, especially religious or political.
- People of all persuasions attended the meeting.
Synonyms
- Convincing: Able to make someone believe that something is true or valid.
- Compelling: Evoking interest, attention, or admiration in a powerfully irresistible way; often used similarly to persuasive.
- Cogent: (Of an argument or case) clear, logical, and convincing.
- Eloquent: Fluent or persuasive in speaking or writing.
Antonyms
- Unconvincing: Failing to make someone believe that something is true or valid.
- Ineffective: Not producing any or the desired effect.
- Weak: Lacking the power to persuade.
Idioms and Phrases
- A persuasive tongue: The ability to speak in a very convincing manner.
- As a diplomat, he was known for his persuasive tongue.
- The power of persuasion: The ability to influence people successfully.
- She relied on the power of persuasion rather than force.
Adjective
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intended or having the power to induce action or belief
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persuasive eloquence
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a most persuasive speaker
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a persuasive argument
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