convincing

Definition

  • adjective: causing someone to believe that something is true or certain
  • adjective: satisfying or assuring by argument or proof
  • synonyms: cogent, potent, satisfactory

Examples

  • She argued 'convincingly' [='persuasively'] that more money should be given to public schools.

  • There is no 'convincing' evidence to support his theory.

  • Your argument/story isn't very 'convincing'.

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) we'll have on our hands. We can't let that system go online. Guys... you'll have a hard time convincing Tolley to delay a billion-dollar project over... what, some sharks and a hunch? Yeah, he's right. (..)
    2002 Shark Attack 3: Megalodon