influenced
Influenced (adj) means affected or shaped by someone or something else. Example: “His painting style was clearly influenced by early Cubism.”
How to Use Influenced
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishShaped or changed as a result of some outside factor.
Word Forms
more influenced comparative, most influenced superlative
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His painting style was clearly _____ by early Cubism.
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What does “influenced” mean?
The word “influenced” means affected or shaped by someone or something else. In plain terms, shaped or changed as a result of some outside factor.
How do you pronounce “influenced”?
“Influenced” is pronounced IHN-floornst (/ˈɪn.flu.ənst/ in IPA).
How do you use “influenced” in a sentence?
Here is “influenced” used in a sentence: “His painting style was clearly influenced by early Cubism.”
What part of speech is “influenced”?
“Influenced” is an adjective.
Is “influenced” a common word?
“Influenced” is a fairly common word in modern English.
What preposition follows "influenced"?
"Influenced" is normally followed by "by," as in she was influenced by her teachers. You are influenced by the person or thing doing the shaping, not "influenced from" or "influenced on."
What is the difference between "influenced" and "affected"?
Both mean changed by something, but "influenced" suggests being shaped in your ideas, choices, or style, often gradually. "Affected" is broader and can describe any impact, including physical or emotional ones.
What is the difference between "influenced" and "inspired"?
To be "influenced" is to be shaped by someone or something, which can be positive or negative. To be "inspired" is specifically to be moved to create or act, and it is almost always positive.