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   In·flu·ence

   /ˈinflo͝oəns/

   

   noun

   • 1. the capacity to have an effect on the character, development, or behavior of someone or something, or the effect itself: "the influence of television violence" Similar effectimpactcontrolswayholdpowerauthorityascendancymasterydominationsupremacyleadershipguidancedirectionpressure
   • ▪ the power to shape policy or ensure favorable treatment from someone, especially through status, contacts, or wealth: "the institute has considerable influence with teachers" Similar powerauthorityswayleverageweightstandingprestigestaturerankrankingpositionsocial positionstationconnectionscontactsweightageinformal:cloutpullmuscleteethdrag
   • ▪ a person or thing with the capacity or power to have an effect on someone or something: "Frank was a good influence on her" Similar example to/forexemplar forrole model formodel forguide forinspiration to
   • ▪ electrical or magnetic induction.

   verb

   • 1. have an influence on: "sometimes simple changes in a business environment can influence behavior" Similar affecthave an effect onexert influence ondetermineguidecontrolformshapegoverndecideregulatechangealtermodifytransformimpact onswaybiasaffectprejudicecolorpredisposesubornbring pressure to bear onpressurizecoercelean oninformal:pull strings withtwist someone's armnobblepersuadeconvincetalk aroundtalk intowin overbring aroundswaycoaxinduceinveigleimpelinciteenticetemptlurecajolemanipulatepromptcoercedragoonintimidatebrowbeatbrainwash

   Word Origin late Middle English: from Old French, or from medieval Latin influentia ‘inflow’, from Latin influere, from in- ‘into’ + fluere ‘to flow’. The word originally had the general sense ‘an influx, flowing matter’, also specifically (in astrology) ‘the flowing in of ethereal fluid (affecting human destiny)’. The sense ‘imperceptible or indirect action exerted to cause changes’ was established in Scholastic Latin by the 13th century, but not recorded in English until the late 16th century.

   Derivatives

   • 1. influenceable adjective

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   n. the capacity or power of persons or things to be a compelling force on or produce effects on the actions, behavior, opinions, etc., of others: He used family influence to get the contract. the action or process of producing effects on the actions, behavior, opinions, etc., of another or others: Her mother's influence made her stay.

3. dictionary.cambridge.org › thesaurus › influenceINFLUENCE - 58 Synonyms and Antonyms - Cambridge English

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   in English. influence. Thesaurus > to have power to cause a change in someone or something > influence. These are words and phrases related to influence. Click on any word or phrase to go to its thesaurus page. Or, go to the definition of influence.

4. www.betterwordsonline.com › dictionary › influenceInfluence - Definition, Meaning, Synonyms, Etymology

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   Detailed Meaning of 'influence' It represents the ability to shape or alter someone's thoughts, opinions, behaviors, or decisions. Influence can be exerted through various means, such as personal charisma, expertise, authority, or persuasive communication.

5. www.dictionary.com › browse › under influenceINFLUENCE Definition & Usage Examples | Dictionary.com

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   noun. the capacity or power of persons or things to be a compelling force on or produce effects on the actions, behavior, opinions, etc., of others: He used family influence to get the contract. the action or process of producing effects on the actions, behavior, opinions, etc., of another or others: Her mother's influence made her stay.

6. dictionary.cambridge.org › influenceINFLUENCE | English meaning - Cambridge Essential British

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   someone or something that changes another person or thing: Her father was a big influence on her. influence. verb. uk / ˈɪnfluəns/ influencing | influenced. to change the way that someone thinks or the way that something develops: Were you influenced by anybody when you were younger?

7. www.oed.com › dictionary › influence_ninfluence, n. meanings, etymology and more | Oxford English ...

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   What does the noun influence mean? There are 11 meanings listed in OED's entry for the noun influence , four of which are labelled obsolete. See ‘Meaning & use’ for definitions, usage, and quotation evidence.

8. www.betterup.com › blog › influencing-tacticsWhat are influencing tactics and how do you use them? - BetterUp

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   Jun 21, 2021 · Influence is a way of persuading someone to do something by changing their attitudes or beliefs about it. We define influence in the workplace as a leader’s ability to convince employees to support and implement plans and strategies.