Influences (en. Influences)
/ɛ̃.fly.ɑ̃s/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishFrench
noun
Power or effect of one agent on another.
Social influences play an important role in shaping our opinions.
Les influences sociales jouent un rôle important dans la formation de nos opinions.
Factors that affect the way a person thinks or acts.
Cultural influences can shape our identity.
Les influences culturelles peuvent façonner notre identité.
Interaction between forces or ideas.
Mutual influences between countries can lead to collaborations.
Les influences mutuelles entre les pays peuvent mener à des collaborations.
Etymology
From Latin 'influens', from 'influere', meaning 'to flow in'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
to have an influence on
To exert power over something or someone.
avoir une influence sur
foreign influences
The effects or impacts coming from other countries.
les influences étrangères
under the influence of
To be affected or guided by a person or a factor.
sous l'influence de
Related Words
influencer
A person who has the power to influence others, often on social media.
influenceur
influence
Action of acting on something or someone.
influence
influenced
Affected by external influences.
influencé
Slang Meanings
To have a connection with social rank or the power of influence.
He is very influential in his field; he knows how to do business.
Il est très influent dans son milieu, il sait faire des affaires.
To be under the sway of an influential person.
She is clearly influenced by her group of friends.
Elle est clairement influencée par sa bande d'amis.