convince

/kənˈvɪns/
verb
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Definition

1

To make someone believe or agree with something by giving them good reasons or arguments

The lawyer's persuasive speech convinced the jury of her client's innocence.

2

To make someone do something by giving them good reasons or arguments

She convinced her parents to let her travel alone by showing them her careful plans.

Synonyms

persuadeOften implies a more gentle or friendly approach coerceInvolves using force or pressure to make someone agree or do something assureFocuses on making someone feel confident or certain about something

Often confused with

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