Dissuade

/dɪsˈweɪd/

Meaning & Definition

verb

To convince someone not to do something.

She tried to dissuade him from quitting his job by highlighting the benefits of staying.

To advise or persuade someone against a particular action or decision.

The doctor dissuaded her from undergoing the surgery until further tests were conducted.

To prevent or discourage someone from a course of action.

He attempted to dissuade his friend from investing in the risky venture.

To urge someone to consider the negative consequences of their intended decision.

Friends often dissuade one another from making impulsive decisions.

To convince someone not to take a particular route or option.

Parents usually dissuade their children from playing near busy streets.

From the Latin 'dissuadere', meaning 'to advise against'.

dissuade someone from something

To persuade someone not to do something.

dissuade someone to think twice

To encourage someone to reconsider a decision.

persuade

To convince someone to do something.

advise

To offer suggestions about the best course of action.

Talk someone out of something.

He managed to talk her out of going to the party.