coaxing
3 synonyms and 1 antonym for coaxing, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — The act of gently persuading someone.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Antonyms
How to use coaxing
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
with some coaxing
gentle coaxing
Frequently asked questions
What does “coaxing” mean?
The word “coaxing” means the act of gently persuading someone. In plain terms, gentle, patient persuasion.
How do you pronounce “coaxing”?
“Coaxing” is pronounced KOHK-sihng (/ˈkoʊksɪŋ/ in IPA).
How do you use “coaxing” in a sentence?
Here is “coaxing” used in a sentence: “After a lot of coaxing, the toddler finally ate her vegetables.”
What part of speech is “coaxing”?
“Coaxing” is a noun.
