persuade

US /pɚˈsweɪd/
UK /pɚˈsweɪd/
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1.

to cause someone to do something through reasoning or argument

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She tried to persuade him to change his mind.
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He was easily persuaded to join the team.
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convinceinducecoaxprevail uponsway
2.

to cause someone to believe something, especially after a sustained effort

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I was persuaded that he was telling the truth.
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It's hard to persuade people of the benefits of this new policy.
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convinceassuresatisfywin over