Convincing: meaning, definitions and examples

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convincing

[ kənˈvɪnsɪŋ ]

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argument

Capable of causing someone to believe that something is true or real.

Synonyms

believable, compelling, credible, persuasive

Examples of usage

It was a convincing argument that persuaded me to change my mind.
Her convincing performance in the play earned her a standing ovation.
The evidence presented at the trial was not convincing enough to convict the defendant.

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appearance

Appearing to be true or real.

Synonyms

authentic, credible, plausible, realistic

Examples of usage

His fake ID looked convincing enough to fool the bouncer.
The special effects in the movie were so convincing that it felt like reality.
Her fake smile was not very convincing.

Translations

Translations of the word "convincing" in other languages:

🇵🇹 convincente

🇮🇳 प्रभावी

🇩🇪 überzeugend

🇮🇩 meyakinkan

🇺🇦 переконливий

🇵🇱 przekonujący

🇯🇵 説得力のある

🇫🇷 convaincant

🇪🇸 convincente

🇹🇷 ikna edici

🇰🇷 설득력 있는

🇸🇦 مقنع

🇨🇿 přesvědčivý

🇸🇰 presvedčivý

🇨🇳 有说服力的

🇸🇮 prepričljiv

🇮🇸 sannfærandi

🇰🇿 сендіру

🇬🇪 დამაჯერებელი

🇦🇿 inandırıcı

🇲🇽 convincente

Word origin

The word 'convincing' originated from the Latin word 'convincere', which means 'to prove one's point' or 'to overcome'. The term has been used in English since the 16th century, evolving to its current meaning of being persuasive or believable. Over time, 'convincing' has become a common adjective used in various contexts to describe something that is compelling or believable.