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

  • (..) vault identical to this one. But it is a fake. It was placed there this past summer. And she never suspected it was a fake. The replica is very convincing. Only a goblin would recognize that this is the true Sword of Gryffindor. Who is the acquaintance? A Hogwarts Professor. As I understand that (..)
    2011 Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 2