Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

persuade

verb
/pərˈsweɪd/
Definition
To cause someone to do something through reasoning or argument.
Examples
  • She tried to persuade him to join the club.
  • He persuaded his friends to go on a road trip.
  • The advertisement is designed to persuade customers to buy the product.
Meaning
To convince someone to believe or do something by giving them good reasons.
Synonyms
  • convince
  • influence
  • argue
  • induce
  • encourage