Cajoler: meaning, definitions and examples

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cajoler

 

[ kษ™หˆdส’oสŠl ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

manipulating people

To cajole means to persuade someone to do something by using flattery or gentle urging. It often involves coaxing or enticing someone with the goal of getting them to agree or comply with a request. This approach can involve a blend of charm and pressure, making it possible to achieve compliance without overt force or confrontation. The term suggests a level of insincerity, as the cajoler may not genuinely believe in what they are asking.

Synonyms

coax, entice, flatter, persuade, wheedle.

Examples of usage

  • He tried to cajole her into attending the party.
  • She cajoles her children to eat their vegetables.
  • They were able to cajole the manager into giving them a discount.

Translations

Translations of the word "cajoler" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น tentar enganar

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคฒเฅเคญเคพเคจเคพ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช verfรผhren

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ merayu

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะทะฒะฐะฑะปัŽะฒะฐั‚ะธ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ zachฤ™caฤ‡

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ่ช˜ๆƒ‘ใ™ใ‚‹

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท cajoler

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ seducir

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท kandฤฑrmak

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์œ ํ˜นํ•˜๋‹ค

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุฅุบูˆุงุก

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ svรกdฤ›t

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ zvรกdzaลฅ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ่ฏฑๆƒ‘

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ zapeljati

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ lokka

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะฐะปะดะฐัƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ›แƒ–แƒ˜แƒ“แƒ•แƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ tษ™lqin etmษ™k

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ seducir

Etymology

The word 'cajole' originates from the French verb 'cajoler,' which means 'to jocosely persuade' or 'to chatter.' The root of the French term can be traced further back to the Middle French 'cajolier,' which refers to the act of cooing or babbling, reminiscent of soft, persuasive talk. This reflects a broader theme often associated with the term, combining elements of charm, flattery, and seduction in the art of persuasion. The word first came into English usage in the early 17th century, highlighting the cultural exchange and borrowing that often occurred between English and French during that period. Over time, 'cajole' has retained its meaning, emphasizing the often manipulative or subtle nature of persuasion.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #43,303, this word is among the least frequently used in common English. Understanding it can be beneficial for comprehensive language mastery, but it's not essential for most learners.