persuade

per-suade · verb

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Definitions

verb

  1. 1.

    To cause someone to do something through reasoning or argument.

  2. 2.

    To cause someone to believe something, especially after a sustained effort.

  3. 3.

    To provide a sound reason for someone to do something.

Related words

Antonyms: deter, discourage, dissuade
See also: convince, influence, persuasion
Synonyms: coax, convince, induce, influence

Etymology

From Latin persuadere "to bring over by talking," from per- "through, to completion" + suadere "to advise, urge."