Suasion
Pronunciation: /ˈsweɪʒən/
Suasion (noun)
- The act of trying to change someone’s mind using calm words or reasoning, not force.
- Efforts by an authority to influence behaviour through advice, requests, or guidance rather than punishment.
Examples
- Her suasion helped me feel calm and decide slowly.
- The coach used suasion to encourage better teamwork.