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persuasion

noun

pərˈsweɪ.ʒən

Meaning

The act of convincing someone to change their viewpoint through reasoning or emotion.

The action or fact of persuading someone or of being persuaded to do or believe something.

The ability to convince someone to believe or do something through reasoning or argument.

Effective persuasion is key to a successful speech.

His persuasion changed their minds.

His persuasion skills helped close the business deal.

influence, convincing, advocacy, motivation, argumentation

Entry 1

influence, convincing, advocacy

Entry 2

influence, convincing, motivation

Entry 3

convincing, influence, argumentation

disbelief, resistance, indifference, discouragement, opposition

Entry 1

disbelief, resistance, indifference

Entry 2

discouragement, opposition, resistance

Entry 3

disbelief, discouragement, opposition

the official process of sending someone accused of a crime to another country or state

A mistake or inaccuracy in action, thought, or judgment.

the upper layer of earth in which plants grow; dirt or earth

a scrape or wearing away of the skin or surface due to friction

Lodging; room and board; places to stay.

The action or process of affirming something or being affirmed; emotional support or encouragement.