converting

verb

Definition of convertingnext
present participle of convert
1
as in influencing
to persuade to change to one's religious faith young missionaries who go door-to-door trying to convert people

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2
as in transforming
to change in form, appearance, or use the old factory was converted into an apartment building

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3
as in persuading
to cause (someone) to agree with a belief or course of action by using arguments or earnest request many who used to insist that global warming was a myth have since been converted

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4
as in seizing
to take or make use of under a guise of authority but without actual right the bailee converted the goods to his own use

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for converting
  1. transforming
  2. persuading
  3. seizing
  4. convincing
  5. grabbing
  6. bringing
  7. satisfying
  8. inducing
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  • At the same time, the AI seamlessly implements a range of impressive effects, such as altering his outfit, adding jewelry, changing his location and appearance, and even transforming himself into a felt puppet, with surprisingly convincing results.
    Paul Monckton, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
  • From healthcare to finance, retail to logistics, data is transforming industries.
    Max (Chong) Li, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
Definition of transforming
Verb
  • The owner can get comfortable with that, though, by persuading the developer to agree to a generous starting rent.
    Joshua Stein, Forbes, 19 Dec. 2024
  • This is particularly important because to form meaningful, productive relationships with people who hold different perspectives, building trust is more urgent than persuading them to agree with you.
    Esther K. Choy, Forbes, 15 Dec. 2024
Definition of persuading
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  • Individuals are seizing opportunities as well.
    Devorah Lauter, ARTnews.com, 23 Dec. 2024
  • The Democratic People's Republic of Korea's (DPRK) forces have since received training by Russian forces in the Far East and first engaged in combat with Ukrainian military in November, subsequently seizing their first village in Kursk, Plekhovo, earlier this month.
    Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 23 Dec. 2024
Definition of seizing
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  • Rivers insisted Monday that there are different ways of convincing a team its record is not reflective of its abilities.
    Paul Sullivan, Chicago Tribune, 24 Dec. 2024
  • In their calculation, their chances of reversing vaccine injury with unsupported, experimental treatments are better than convincing policy makers to care for disabled people.
    Catherine Tan, TIME, 20 Dec. 2024
Definition of convincing
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  • But despite the headline-grabbing incidents, authorities say crime is actually down in New York and on its transit systems.
    Phaedra Trethan, USA TODAY, 23 Dec. 2024
  • Dell was visibly hurt after grabbing his knee and not making much movement.
    Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 23 Dec. 2024
Definition of grabbing
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  • Christmas centers on humility and grace — the birth of a savior in the humblest of settings, bringing a hopeful message of personal redemption and universal love.
    Priscilla Whitehead, Sun Sentinel, 24 Dec. 2024
  • According to a forecast from Bank of America Securities, consumers are expected to spend 7% more in 2024 than in 2023, bringing their average anticipated spending up to nearly $2,100.
    Ronny Maye, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
Definition of bringing
Verb
  • There’s something satisfying about singing together.
    Michael Barnes, Austin American-Statesman, 24 Dec. 2024
  • That means the industry’s primary goal is to generate profit by charging premiums to customers and managing claims to minimize payouts while complying with regulations and satisfying customers.
    Annika Kim Constantino, CNBC, 18 Dec. 2024
Definition of satisfying
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  • The employment market is strong, economic growth is exceeding expectations, and potential inflation-inducing changes in fiscal and immigration policy loom large.
    Garth Friesen, Forbes, 21 Dec. 2024
  • This nourishing serum is powered by a blend of watermelon, lychee, and edelweiss flower extracts, all of which contain a slew of antioxidants that condition dry ends and protect against damage-inducing environmental aggressors.
    Marci Robin, Allure, 21 Dec. 2024
Definition of inducing
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