B2adjectivesocietymedia
US/ˌɪn.fluˈen.ʃəl/
UK/ˌɪn.fluˈen.ʃəl/
having a strong effect on what people think or do
In context
She is one of the most influential writers of her generation.
His influential report changed how schools teach reading.
Social media has become influential in shaping political opinions.
Words that go with influential
adverb + adjective
- highly influentialIt was a highly influential book.
- most influentialWho is the most influential person in your life?
- politically influentialA politically influential family owns the newspaper.
adjective + noun
- influential figureHe was an influential figure in the party.
- influential voiceShe is an influential voice on climate policy.
adjective + preposition
- influential inThe teacher was influential in her career choice.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
an influence personCorrect: an influential person