Meaning & Definition of word "Convince"
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Convince
/kənˈvɪns/
verb:
- 1. to make someone believe that something is true.
- Example: She tried to convince him to take the job offer.
- 2. to persuade someone to do something.
- Example: They managed to convince their parents to let them go on the trip.
- 3. to bring someone to a belief or opinion.
- Example: The evidence presented in the meeting was enough to convince the committee.
Etymology
Middle English, from Old French convaincre, from Latin convincere, which means 'overcome, conquer.'
Common Phrases and Expressions
to convince oneself:
To persuade oneself to believe something.
convince the masses:
To persuade a large group of people.
hard to convince:
Difficult to persuade.
Related Words
persuasion:
The act of convincing someone to do or believe something.
assurance:
The quality of being confident and certain about something.
Slang Meanings of convince
Meaning: To sell someone on an idea.
Example Sentence: I had to convince him hard to try that new restaurant.
Meaning: To talk someone into something.
Example Sentence: She managed to convince him into going to the party.