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.
(..) I could not deprive you of the revelation of all that you can accomplish together. Of a friendship that will define you both. In ways you cannot yet realize. How'd you persuade him to keep your secret? He inferred that universe ending paradoxes would ensue should he break his promise. You lied? (..)2009 Star Trek