Persuasive

Pronunciation: /pərˈsweɪsɪv/

Persuasive (adjective)

  1. Able to make someone believe or do something through argument or reasoning.
  2. Having the ability to influence others' thoughts or actions effectively.

Examples

  • A persuasive speaker can change people's minds easily.
  • A persuasive essay presents strong evidence and reasoning.

Common collocations: persuasive argument, persuasive techniques, persuasive message, persuasive writing