cajole — to persuade someone to do something by using gentle encouragement or flattery
Part of speech: VERB
Definition: to persuade someone to do something by using gentle encouragement or flattery
Pronunciation (IPA): /kəˈdʒoʊl/
Example Sentences
- The cat managed to cajole its owner into giving it three extra treats.
- He tried to cajole his way out of doing the dishes by complimenting her cooking.
- The salesman cajoled the customer with smooth talk and special discounts.
cajole
VERB[/kəˈdʒoʊl/]
to persuade someone to do something by using gentle encouragement or flattery
Mom sweetly persuading her reluctant son
Cajole the soul toward the goal!
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From French 'cajoler,' possibly derived from Old French 'cajole' or related to 'cage,' referring to the act of confining or controlling someone's behavior through persuasion. The word entered English in the 17th century through French influence.
Breakdown
cajole (verb) - from French cajoler; the root may be connected to 'cage' (to enclose/control) + -ole (diminutive or verbal suffix) = to persuade through gentle coercion or flattery
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📝Examples
“The cat managed to cajole its owner into giving it three extra treats.”
“He tried to cajole his way out of doing the dishes by complimenting her cooking.”
“The salesman cajoled the customer with smooth talk and special discounts.”
“She cajoled her strict parents into letting her go to the late-night party.”
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