convince

The word “convince” means to make someone believe something, usually through reasoning or evidence. In plain terms, to get someone to believe or agree to something by giving them good reasons.

“Convince” is pronounced kuhn-VIHNS (/kənˈvɪns/ in IPA).

Here is “convince” used in a sentence: “It took a while, but she finally convinced him to see a doctor.”

“Convince” is a verb.

The word “convince” comes from Latin. From Latin convincere, "to prove, to demonstrate conclusively" — from con- + vincere ("to conquer").

“Convince” is a fairly common word in modern English, usually learned at around the B1 level.

'Convince' focuses on making someone believe something is true, usually through reasoning or evidence. 'Persuade' focuses on moving someone to take action. You might convince a friend that a film is good, then persuade them to come and watch it.

In careful usage, 'convince' pairs with 'of' or 'that,' as in 'convince him of the risk' or 'convince him that it is risky.' 'Persuade' is the verb traditionally used with 'to,' as in 'persuade him to leave.' In everyday speech, however, 'convince someone to do something' is now widely heard.

'Convince' means to make someone genuinely believe something, usually by giving reasons or evidence. 'Assure' means to tell someone confidently that something is true in order to remove their doubt or worry, without necessarily proving it. You convince through argument, but you assure through reassurance.