influence (A2)
noun
Pronunciation: /ˈɪnfluəns/
Definition
The power to affect someone or something, or the effect itself.
Examples
Her parents' influence was very strong.
The drug has a powerful influence on the brain.
He tried to influence the judge's decision.
How to Use influence
- influence on (prepositional phrase)
- The effect that something or someone has on another thing or person. — "The coach's influence on the team was clear."
- influence someone to do something (prepositional phrase)
- To affect someone so that they decide to do a particular thing. — "His friends influenced him to try the new game."
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