🌐influence

noun/verb
/ˈɪnfluəns/

Meaning

The power to affect how someone thinks or acts.
the capacity to have an effect on the character, development, or behavior of someone or something

Example Sentences

Her teacher had a strong influence on her career choice.

The teacher's positive influence helped the student overcome his learning difficulties.

Example Expressions

under the influence

Synonyms

impact, effect, authority, sway, control, power
Entry 1
impact, effect, authority, sway, control
Entry 2
effect, impact, power, sway

Antonyms

powerlessness, weakness, ineffectiveness, insignificance
Entry 1
powerlessness, weakness
Entry 2
ineffectiveness, powerlessness, weakness, insignificance

Collocations

exert influence, political influence, under the influence, positive influence, bad influence, under influence
Entry 1
exert influence, political influence, under the influence
Entry 2
positive influence, bad influence, under influence

More Example Sentences

He is powerful enough to influence people.

What influence did the accident put on your life?

I think the influence of cultural context has been overlooked here.

International trade agreements deeply influence political relationships.

I believe public health policies should be free from political influence.

This book has influenced me so deeply that I have read it multiple times.

The influence of money in professional sports is growing and it is concerning.

Influencer culture is creating unrealistic lifestyle expectations among young people.

Related Vocabularies

Optimal use of existing resources, power, or situation
a formal promise or assurance, especially about the quality or durability of a product
disapproval or dislike; to regard with disapproval
A faint or wavering light; to shine with a faint light.
the rate at which something moves or happens
To extend over and cover partly; an area where things coincide.

Explore More