persuasive

/pə(ɹ)ˈsweɪsɪv/adjective

Skilled at getting people to agree with you or do what you suggest.

Example sentences

“The saleswoman was so persuasive that I bought two of them.”
“He wrote a persuasive letter asking the council to keep the park open.”

'A persuasive argument' is the classic pairing; evidence can also be persuasive. Describes both the speaker and what they say.

Synonyms for persuasive

convincing
compelling

Antonyms

unconvincing
unpersuasive

Often confused with persuasive

persuasive vs pervasive: pervasive (adjective): Spread widely through every part of something; present everywhere.

Find it in: Positive words, Words to describe a person.

Related words

cogentClear, logical, and persuasive; supported by good evidence.eloquentAble to express ideas in a smooth, powerful, and convincing way, in speech or writing.perceptiveQuick to notice and understand things that others might miss.passionateHaving or showing very strong feelings, especially enthusiasm, about something.observantQuick to notice things; watching carefully.prudentCareful and sensible, especially when planning ahead.