convincing
Pronunciation: [kənˈvɪnsɪŋ]
Word
Context: “persuasion”
(adjective) when something is able to make you believe it or see it as true. If someone tells a story or shares an idea in a way that feels real and makes sense, it's convincing.
Example
The speaker gave a convincing argument that made everyone think carefully about their choices.
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Her explanation was not convincing; many people still had doubts about the topic.
Example
Do you think his reasons were convincing enough to change her mind?
Context: “persuasion”
(noun) the act of making someone believe something. It's like when you try to make a friend agree with you about a game or a movie.
Example
His convincing helped her see that the plan was better than she thought.
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The convincing failed because she was already set on her own idea.
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Was your convincing good enough to change their opinion?
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