CEFR B2

persuasion

noun

Meaning

The act of convincing someone to believe or do something.

Examples

Her gentle persuasion eventually made him agree to the plan.
Effective persuasion requires understanding your audience's needs and values.

Synonyms: influence, convincing, argument, coaxing

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persuasion (B2)

noun

Pronunciation: /pərˈsweɪʒən/

Definition

The act of convincing someone to believe or do something.

Examples

Her gentle persuasion eventually made him agree to the plan.
Effective persuasion requires understanding your audience's needs and values.
The advertisement relied on emotional appeals rather than logical persuasion.

How to Use persuasion

persuasion of (prepositional phrase): The act of convincing a specific person or group. — "The persuasion of the jury was crucial for the defense's case."
persuasion skills (collocation): The abilities one has to convince others. — "Good persuasion skills are essential for a career in sales."

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