Definition

Adverb: In a manner that is good at convincing someone to believe or do something; in a way that is compelling or influential.

Usage

The adverb "persuasively" is used to describe how an action (typically speaking, writing, or arguing) is performed. It indicates that the action is done with the power to persuade.

Examples

• She argued persuasively for a change in policy.
• He spoke so persuasively that he won over the entire audience.
• The lawyer presented the evidence persuasively.
• The advertisement makes its case persuasively and clearly.

Advanced Usage

• "to argue/present a case persuasively": This is a common collocation in formal, academic, or legal contexts, emphasizing the effective construction of a logical argument.
• "to write/speak persuasively": This highlights the skill in using language and rhetoric to influence the reader or listener.

Variants and Related Words

• Persuasive (adjective): Good at persuading someone to do or believe something.
  • She is a very persuasive speaker.
• Persuade (verb): To cause someone to do or believe something by giving them a good reason or arguing effectively.
  • He tried to persuade them to join the project.
• Persuasion (noun): The act or skill of persuading someone.
  • She used gentle persuasion to get her point across.

Synonyms

• Convincingly
• Compellingly
• Cogently
• Effectively
• Forcefully (in the context of argument)

Antonyms

• Unconvincingly
• Weakly
• Ineffectively

Adverb

1. in a persuasive manner
   • this essay argues so persuasively...