Associations to the word «Convince»

Wiktionary

CONVINCE, verb. To make someone believe, or feel sure about something, especially by using logic, argument or evidence.
CONVINCE, verb. To persuade.
CONVINCE, verb. (obsolete) (transitive) To overcome, conquer, vanquish.
CONVINCE, verb. (obsolete) (transitive) To confute; to prove wrong.
CONVINCE, verb. (obsolete) (transitive) To prove guilty; to convict.

Dictionary definition

CONVINCE, verb. Make (someone) agree, understand, or realize the truth or validity of something; "He had finally convinced several customers of the advantages of his product".

Wise words

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