Persuasive
/pərˈsweɪsɪv/
Definitions
- (adj.) Having the power to convince or induce belief.
The lawyer made a persuasive argument that swayed the jury.
Forms
- persuasively
- persuasiveness
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Commentary
Often used to describe legal arguments or evidence that effectively influence a decision maker.
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