convince

/kənˈvɪns/

Definitions

1. verb

to persuade or induce someone to believe or accept something

“She tried to convince him to attend the party.”

2. noun

the act or process of persuading someone to believe or accept something

“Her convince about the dangers of smoking was compelling.”

3. noun

a fact or argument that persuades someone to believe or accept something

“The study was a convince for the need to change the policy.”

Synonyms

  • influence
  • persuade
  • sway

Antonyms

  • discourage
  • dissuade