persuasion

Definition

The act of persuading, or trying to do so; the addressing of arguments to someone with the intention of changing their mind or convincing them of a certain point of view, course of action etc.

Etymology

From French persuasion and its source, Latin persuāsiō, from persuādēre, from suādēre (“to advise, recommend”).

Example Sentences

• "With the base unleashed, the White House was unable to broker a compromise, either by persuasion or by pressure."
• "Not Hermes Prolocutor to the Gods, Could vſe perſwaſions more pathetical."
• "Sadie curses, weeps, then, infected by Mr. Hamilton's writhing persuasions, prays and becomes penitent."

Related Words