convincing
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adjective \kən-ˈvin(t)-siŋ\Definition of CONVINCING
1
: satisfying or assuring by argument or proof <a convincing test of a new product>
2
: having power to convince of the truth, rightness, or reality of something : plausible <told a convincing story>
— con·vinc·ing·ly \-siŋ-lē\ adverb
— con·vinc·ing·ness noun
See Examples of CONVINCING
- Your argument isn't very convincing.
- They make a convincing case for reform.
- There is no convincing evidence to support his theory.
First Known Use of CONVINCING
1624
Related to CONVINCING
- Synonyms
- compelling, conclusive, cogent, decisive, effective, forceful, persuasive, satisfying, strong, telling
- Antonyms
- inconclusive, indecisive, ineffective, uncompelling, unconvincing, unpersuasive
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