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Synonyms & Antonyms of persuade
to cause (someone) to agree with a belief or course of action by using arguments or earnest request
- she persuaded us that she can indeed communicate with the dead
- he persuaded his teachers to grant an extension
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The first known use of persuade was in the 15th century
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