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Persuasive

Pur-SWAY-sihv

/pɜːrˈsweɪsɪv/

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persuasive

Dictionary meaning

Intended or having the power to induce action or belief.

Examples

  • Persuasive eloquence.

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Ephemeral

ih-FEM-er-ul

Mellifluous

muh-LIF-loo-us

Perspicacious

pur-spi-KAY-shus

Obsequious

uhb-SEE-kwee-us

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