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Term: Persuate

Definition: To convince someone to do something or to believe something; to influence or sway someone's opinion.

Part of speech: Verb

Senses:

1. To convince someone to do something:
• Example: I tried to persuade my friend to go on a road trip with me.
• Related products: Books on Persuasion


2. To convince someone to believe something:
• Example: The politician's speech aimed to persuade the audience that his policies were the best option.
• Related products: Books on Persuasive Speaking