persuade — to convince someone to do or believe something through reasoning or argument
Part of speech: VERB
Definition: to convince someone to do or believe something through reasoning or argument
Pronunciation (IPA): /pərˈsweɪd/
Example Sentences
- My mom persuaded me to eat vegetables by hiding them in pizza.
- The salesman tried to persuade customers with his dancing demonstration.
- I couldn't persuade my cat to take a bath, so we both got wet.
persuade
VERB[/pərˈsweɪd/]
to convince someone to do or believe something through reasoning or argument
She persuaded the frightened crowd to remain calm during the emergency.
The lawyer persuaded the jury through powerful logic and emotional storytelling. (PUSH + WAIVE = PERSUADE)
The speaker’s persuasive words invaded the audience’s emotions in a powerful cascade.
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🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'persuadere', formed from 'per-' (through) and 'suadere' (to advise or urge). The word entered English through Old French and has been used since the 14th century to mean convincing someone through reasoning.
Breakdown
per- (through) + suad (advise/urge) + -e (Latin infinitive) = persuade
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📝Examples
“My mom persuaded me to eat vegetables by hiding them in pizza.”
“The salesman tried to persuade customers with his dancing demonstration.”
“I couldn't persuade my cat to take a bath, so we both got wet.”
“The teacher persuaded students to study harder for the exam.”
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