English dictionary

persuasive

/p/@/r'sw/eI/s/I/v/

Definitions, examples, synonyms and antonyms from WordNet 3.0.

adjective

intended or having the power to induce action or belief

adj.all

Examples
Persuasive eloquence.

A most persuasive speaker.

A persuasive argument.

Antonyms dissuasive

Source: WordNet 3.0
Tending to persuade; having the power of persuading; as, <i>persuasive</i> eloquence.

adjective

Source: webster1913

That which persuades; an inducement; an incitement; an exhortation.

noun

Source: webster1913