🎯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.

Example Sentences

Effective persuasion is key to a successful speech.

His persuasion changed their minds.

His persuasion skills helped close the business deal.

Synonyms

influence, convincing, advocacy, motivation, argumentation
Entry 1
influence, convincing, advocacy
Entry 2
influence, convincing, motivation
Entry 3
convincing, influence, argumentation

Antonyms

disbelief, resistance, indifference, discouragement, opposition
Entry 1
disbelief, resistance, indifference
Entry 2
discouragement, opposition, resistance
Entry 3
disbelief, discouragement, opposition

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