Persuasive effect

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Astonished
Extremely surprised by something unexpected. Example: I was astonished by his confidence.
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Tremendous
Extremely great in size or quality. Example: She made tremendous progress.
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Sorely
To a great or painful degree. Example: I sorely need some rest.
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Inveterate arguer
Someone who has a long established habit of arguing. Example: He is an inveterate arguer.
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Non compos mentis
Unable to think or make decisions clearly. Example: After working all night I felt non compos mentis.
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Enthusiasm
Strong excitement and interest in something. Example: She showed great enthusiasm for learning.
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Unresisted persuasion
Convincing someone without facing opposition. Example: He agreed after a little persuasion.
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Sole
The only one of something. Example: This is the sole bathroom in the house.
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Sarcastic
Using mocking or ironic words. Example: He gave me a sarcastic reply.
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Persuaded him
Successfully convinced him to do something. Example: I persuaded him to join our team.
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Triumph
A great victory or achievement. Example: Winning the competition was a triumph.
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Benevolent
Kind and generous towards others. Example: The benevolent leader helped his employees.
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Height of persuasion
The highest level of skill in convincing someone. Example: I reached the height of persuasion when everyone accepted my idea.
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Charismatic person
Someone who naturally attracts and inspires people. Example: He is a charismatic leader.
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Eloquence
The ability to express ideas beautifully and clearly. Example: Her eloquence impressed the audience.
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Persuade one another
To convince each other to accept an idea. Example: We tried to persuade one another during the meeting.
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Persuasively
In a way that successfully convinces others. Example: She presented her idea persuasively.
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Think on your feet
To think and respond quickly in unexpected situations. Example: A good leader can think on his feet.
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Rhetoric
The art of using language to influence an audience. Example: The politician used powerful rhetoric.
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Inevitable
Certain to happen and impossible to avoid. Example: Change is inevitable.
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Inexorable
Impossible to stop or slow down. Example: The inexorable march of technology continues.
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Academia
The world of universities and academic research. Example: Academia plays an important role in education.
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Nonetheless
Despite what was just mentioned. Example: The task was difficult but nonetheless we completed it.
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Immortality
The state of living forever or being remembered forever. Example: Great leaders achieve immortality through their legacy.
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Classical heritage
The traditions and knowledge inherited from ancient civilisations. Example: India has a rich classical heritage.
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Persuasive effect
The influence of words that makes people agree. Example: His speech had a persuasive effect on the audience.
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Enthymeme
An argument that leaves one assumption unstated. Example: He is a politician so he must be persuasive.
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Persuasion
The process of convincing someone to believe or do something. Example: Persuasion is an important leadership skill.
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Resist
To refuse to accept or give in to something. Example: I resisted the temptation to quit.
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Stoically
Enduring difficulty without showing emotional distress. Example: She stoically accepted the criticism.
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Presumably
Probably true based on available information. Example: Presumably he is attending the meeting.
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Heel
The back part of the foot or a weakness. Example: Overconfidence is his Achilles heel.
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Euphemistically
Using softer words instead of harsh expressions. Example: The company euphemistically called layoffs restructuring.
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Ostentatiously
In a showy way to attract attention. Example: He ostentatiously displayed his expensive watch.
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Persuading
Trying to convince someone to do something. Example: She is persuading me to change my decision.
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Seduction
Attracting someone through charm or temptation. Example: He was fascinated by the seduction of wealth.
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Sarcasm
The use of mocking or ironic remarks. Example: His sarcasm made everyone laugh