B1verbrelationshipspolitics
US/kənˈvɪns/
UK/kənˈvɪns/
to make someone believe something is true, or persuade them to do something
In context
It took me a week to convince my parents to let me study abroad.
The lawyer failed to convince the jury that her client was innocent.
I'm not convinced this plan will save us any money.
Words that go with convince
verb + preposition
- convince ofShe convinced the bank of her ability to repay the loan.
- convince toCan you convince your brother to come to the party?
verb + noun
- convince votersBoth candidates are trying to convince voters before Sunday.
- convince the juryNew evidence helped convince the jury.
adverb + verb
- easily convincedMy grandfather is not easily convinced by online news.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
I am convince that he is right.Correct: I am convinced that he is right.