plural influences
Definition of influence
(Entry 1 of 2)
1
: the power or capacity of causing an effect in indirect or intangible ways : sway
2a
: the act or power of producing an effect without apparent exertion of force or direct exercise of command
b
: corrupt interference with authority for personal gain
3
: one that exerts influence
4
: an emanation of spiritual or moral force
5a
: an ethereal fluid held to flow from the stars and to affect the actions of humans
b
: an emanation of occult power held to derive from stars
under the influence
: affected by alcohol or drug intoxication
was arrested for driving under the influence
influence
verb
influenced; influencing
Definition of influence (Entry 2 of 2)
1
: to affect or alter by indirect or intangible means
She attempted to influence his decision. greatly influenced by my parents
2
: to have an effect on the condition or development of
Productivity was influenced by worker satisfaction.
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The first known use of influence was in the 14th century
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