as in compelling
having the power to persuade
convincing evidence for the guilt of the accused
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as in conversion
the act of reasoning or pleading with someone to accept a belief or course of action
it will take a great deal of convincing to make them see our point of view
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as in persuading
to cause (someone) to agree with a belief or course of action by using arguments or earnest requests
we convinced him to keep silent about our activities until we could spring the surprise
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Recent Examples of convincing
Olivia Petter, Vogue, 15 Jan. 2025
But a win for the US government is the people’s loss, particularly as lawmakers have failed to meet this moment by adequately convincing citizens that TikTok needs to go.
—Megan Farokhmanesh, WIRED, 15 Jan. 2025
Stephen Kearse, TIME, 9 Dec. 2024
The Los Angeles Dodgers won the 2024 World Series in convincing fashion following a dominant playoff run.
—Jason Fields, Newsweek, 5 Dec. 2024
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Adjective
There’s moaning, hair flicking, and some seriously convincing sighs.
—Olivia Petter, Vogue, 15 Jan. 2025
But a win for the US government is the people’s loss, particularly as lawmakers have failed to meet this moment by adequately convincing citizens that TikTok needs to go.
—Megan Farokhmanesh, WIRED, 15 Jan. 2025
Verb
The singer plays the part of a smitten admirer whose best bet for not going home alone is convincing their crush to spend a little more time in their presence.
—Stephen Kearse, TIME, 9 Dec. 2024
The Los Angeles Dodgers won the 2024 World Series in convincing fashion following a dominant playoff run.
—Jason Fields, Newsweek, 5 Dec. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for convincing
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Video Quality: Smooth Footage, With Audio Support The Flip's camera is a strong point, and a compelling enough reason to spend a bit more than DJI's entry-level Neo, which also emphasizes ease of use and features for content creators.PCMAG, PCMAG, 14 Jan. 2025
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Manson said more and more, people are seeking out aesthetically compelling drinks.Zareen Syed, Chicago Tribune, 14 Jan. 2025
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In the end, a partnership is successful because of the leads and conversions your partners generate.Henry McIntosh, Forbes, 15 Jan. 2025
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The conversion, which can be completed in a single day, boosts fuel efficiency from 17 mpg to 33 mpg.Evan Moore, Charlotte Observer, 15 Jan. 2025
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So instead of scientific breakthroughs, this campaign has relied on persuading millions of people to change basic behaviors.Sam Mednick, Chicago Tribune, 30 Dec. 2024
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Baldwin staged the play in Istanbul, recruiting Cherry to compose music for it and persuading male actors to take up drag.Doreen St. Félix, The New Yorker, 28 Dec. 2024
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The Cornell research found cycle thresholds, or Ct levels, higher than 35 in the sample, which indicates low viral levels; typically, experts look for levels under 20 as conclusive evidence that the virus is circulating.Susanne Rust, Los Angeles Times, 3 Jan. 2025
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No conclusive proof that Musk is Dittmann appears to have emerged.David Faris, Newsweek, 30 Dec. 2024
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Carter’s trust in his own ingenuity, persistence, and persuasion, as well as his trust in God, were brought into question.Lawrence Wright, The New Yorker, 29 Dec. 2024
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Matching interests is closely related to pathos, the appeal to the emotions of the audience, and is one of the three essential elements of persuasion set down by Aristotle over two millennia ago.Jerry Weissman, Forbes, 16 Dec. 2024
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The successful outcome for Perpetua Resources is especially impressive given the complex nature of the federal, state, and local permitting process, as well as the work involved in satisfying the concerns of local communities and the Nez Perz Tribe.David Blackmon, Forbes, 6 Jan. 2025
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Employees who cultivate relationships at work have a more fun and satisfying experience.Caroline Castrillon, Forbes, 5 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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This results in a charge imbalance that builds up an electric field strong enough to trigger flashes of lightning.National Geographic, National Geographic, 13 Jan. 2023
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According to research from Everytown for Gun Safety, a nonprofit that advocates for gun control, strong gun control laws are correlated with fewer gun deaths.Elliot Hughes, Journal Sentinel, 13 Jan. 2023
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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
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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
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“Convincing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/convincing. Accessed 20 Jan. 2025.
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