Definition and Synonyms for Persuade

Definition of Persuade

1. Win approval or support for Verb
2. Cause somebody to adopt a certain position, belief, or course of action; twist somebody's arm Verb

persuasive
Adjective
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2
1. intended or having the power to induce action or belief
2. intended or having the power to induce action or belief
persuader
Noun
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1
1. someone who tries to persuade or induce or lead on
persuasion
Noun
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1
1. the act of persuading (or attempting to persuade); communication intended to induce belief or action
persuasible
Adjective Satellite
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2
1. being susceptible to persuasion
2. being susceptible to persuasion
dissuade
Verb
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1
1. turn away from by persuasion

Words Rhyme with persuade

Etymology for persuade