persuade

Definition

  • verb: to cause (someone) to do something by asking, arguing, or giving reasons
  • verb: to move by argument, entreaty, or expostulation to a belief, position, or course of action
  • synonyms: entice, induce, prevail on

Examples

  • He would not let himself be 'persuaded' into buying the more expensive stereo.

  • He 'persuaded' himself that he had made the right choice.

  • He 'persuaded' his friend to go back to school.

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) And as honorable. I can imagine no higher praise. I didn't mean it as praise. Honor got your father killed. But if your mind is made up, I won't try to persuade you. Can I ask Your Grace how long you plan to stay at Castle Black? Are you bored of us already? You saved us from Mance Rayder's army. (..)
    2015 TvShow: Game of Thrones Title: High Sparrow Season: 5 Episode 3