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Verbs of Verbal Action - Verbs for Persuasion
Here you will learn some English verbs referring to persuasion such as "convince", "tempt", and "suggest".
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to make someone do something using reasoning, arguments, etc.
to make a person do something through reasoning or other methods
to make someone do something specific, often by offering something attractive
to persuade someone to do something by being kind and gentle, especially when they may be unwilling
to persuade someone or something to agree to what one wants, often by doing things they like
to trick someone into doing something through clever and cunning methods
to persuade someone to do something through insincere praises, promises, etc. often in a persistent manner
to influence someone to do something particular
to suggest a specific course of action
to mention an idea, proposition, plan, etc. for further consideration or possible action
to persuade someone to give or approve something
to make someone do something that seems interesting, despite them knowing it might be wrong or not good for them
to trick someone into doing something by offering them a reward or something interesting
to interest and draw someone or something toward oneself through specific features or qualities
to encourage a customer to buy a more expensive or upgraded version of a product or service, or to add additional items to their purchase
to make someone do something by using force, influence, or other methods
to force someone to do something, particularly against their will
to set a particular habit, belief, attitude, etc. in someone in a lasting manner
to teach an idea, belief, skill, etc. through constant repetition
to control someone's thoughts, actions, or feelings and make them believe or do certain things through tricks or force
to advise someone to take a course of action
to give expert advice to help people or organizations make better decisions
to provide someone with suggestion or guidance regarding a specific situation
to strongly advise a person to take a particular action
to strongly and enthusiastically encourage someone who is doing something
to gradually establish an idea, feeling, etc. in someone's mind
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