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

  • (..) Horace. Merlin's beard! You don't need to disfigure me, Albus. Well I must say you made a very convincing armchair, Horace. It's all in the upholstery. I come by this stuffing naturally. What gave me away? Dragon's blood. (..)
    2009 Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince