🇨🇳Chinese Source WordCode: ZH

有说服力的

Pronunciation / Transliteration: yǒu shuōfú lì de

🇬🇧 Direct English Meaning:
Persuasive/pərˈsweɪsɪv/
adjectiveCEFR B2 (Upper)Top #1500 frequency
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🇨🇳 Example Sentence in Chinese:

"他的论点非常有说服力。"

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2 senses
As adjective
  1. 1

    Having the ability to convince someone to do or believe something.

    "The speaker delivered a persuasive argument that swayed the audience's opinion."
  2. 2

    Capable of influencing the thoughts or actions of others.

    "Her persuasive skills in negotiation helped secure the deal."

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Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology

The word 'persuasive' originates from the Latin 'persuasivus', which means 'having the power to persuade'. It evolved through Middle French 'persuasif' before entering English in the late 14th century, retaining its meaning related to convincing or influencing others.

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