persuasive
Persuasive (adjective) means Able to convince people; making a strong, convincing case. Example: “She gave a persuasive argument for why the deadline should be extended.”
How to use persuasive
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishGood at convincing people — describes an argument, speaker, or piece of writing.
Word forms
more persuasive comparative, persuasives plural, most persuasive superlative
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She gave a _____ argument for why the deadline should be extended.
Etymology
From Latin persuadere ("to persuade") plus the adjective ending -ive.
Rhymes for persuasive
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What does “persuasive” mean?
The word “persuasive” means able to convince people; making a strong, convincing case. In plain terms, good at convincing people — describes an argument, speaker, or piece of writing.
How do you pronounce “persuasive”?
“Persuasive” is pronounced puh-SWAY-sihv (/pə(ɹ)ˈsweɪsɪv/ in IPA).
How do you use “persuasive” in a sentence?
Here is “persuasive” used in a sentence: “She gave a persuasive argument for why the deadline should be extended.”
What part of speech is “persuasive”?
“Persuasive” is an adjective.
Where does the word “persuasive” come from?
The word “persuasive” comes from Latin. From Latin persuadere ("to persuade") plus the adjective ending -ive.
Is “persuasive” a common word?
“Persuasive” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the B1 level.