Persuasion
/pərˈsweɪʒən/
Definitions
- (n.) The act or process of convincing someone to believe or do something through reasoning or argument.
Her persuasion convinced the jury to acquit the defendant.
- (n.) A cause or means of convincing or influencing someone's opinion or conduct.
The lawyer's closing argument was a powerful persuasion.
Forms
- persuasions
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Commentary
Often distinguished from coercion by the voluntary nature of the influenced decision.
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