D'influence (en. Of influence)

/dɛ̃.flyn.s/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
noun
Power to influence opinions or behaviors.
She has influence over the committee's decisions.
Elle a un d'influence sur les décisions du comité.
Position or status that confers power.
His influence in the industry allows him to secure contracts.
Son d'influence dans l'industrie lui permet d'obtenir des contrats.

Etymology

From Latin 'influencia', meaning influence or the act of influencing.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to have influence
to be capable of influencing someone or something.
avoir de l'influence
malign influence
a harmful or disturbing influence.
influence maligne
beneficial influence
a positive or favorable influence.
influence bénéfique

Related Words

influencer
A person who has the power to influence others.
influencer
influencer
A term often used to refer to someone with a strong presence on social media.
influenceur

Slang Meanings

Bridgehead
He is a true bridgehead in the field; all eyes are on him.
Il est une vraie tete de pont dans le milieu, tous les yeux se tournent vers lui.
Big boss
He is the big boss of the current trend; no one does anything without his opinion.
C'est le big boss de la tendance actuelle, personne ne fait rien sans son avis.