B1verbworkrelationships
US/pərˈsweɪd/
UK/pəˈsweɪd/
to make someone agree to do or believe something by giving them good reasons
In context
I finally persuaded my parents to let me study abroad in Australia.
The salesman tried to persuade us that the more expensive phone was better.
She is not easily persuaded, so bring clear numbers to the meeting.
Words that go with persuade
verb + preposition
- persuade someone toCan you persuade her to come to the party?
- persuade intoDon't let anyone persuade you into signing a contract you don't understand.
adverb + verb
- easily persuadedYoung buyers are easily persuaded by online reviews.
- finally persuadedWe finally persuaded him to see a doctor.
- gently persuadeShe gently persuaded the child to try the vegetables.
verb + adverb
- persuade otherwiseHe wanted to quit, but his coach persuaded him otherwise.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
She persuaded me buying a new laptop.Correct: She persuaded me to buy a new laptop.