Associations to the word «Persuasion»

PERSUASION, noun. The act of persuading, or trying to do so; the addressing of arguments to someone with the intention of changing their mind or convincing them of a certain point of view, course of action etc. [from 14th c.]

PERSUASION, noun. An argument or other statement intended to influence one's opinions or beliefs; a way of persuading someone. [from 14th c.]

PERSUASION, noun. A strongly held conviction, opinion or belief. [from 16th c.]

PERSUASION, noun. One's ability or power to influence someone's opinions or feelings; persuasiveness. [from 16th c.]

PERSUASION, noun. A specified religious adherence, a creed; any school of thought or ideology. [from 17th c.]

PERSUASION, noun. (colloquial) Any group having a specified characteristic or attribute in common. [from 19th c.]

PERSUASION, noun. The act of persuading (or attempting to persuade); communication intended to induce belief or action.

PERSUASION, noun. A personal belief or judgment that is not founded on proof or certainty; "my opinion differs from yours"; "I am not of your persuasion"; "what are your thoughts on Haiti?".