Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
persuasion
noun
/pərˈsweɪʒən/
Definition
The act of convincing someone to do or believe something.
Examples
- The lawyer’s persuasion skills helped win the case.
- She used persuasion to get her friends to join her on the trip.
- His ability of persuasion can change minds during discussions.
Meaning
Persuasion involves using arguments, reasoning, or emotional appeal to influence the thoughts or actions of others.
Synonyms
- convincing
- coaxing
- influence
- winning over
- inducement
