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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.

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   • 1. influenceable adjective

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   What does it mean to be influenced by something?

   • to have an effect on the way that someone behaves or thinks, especially by giving them an example to follow influence somebody/something His writings have influenced the lives of millions. to be strongly influenced by something Don't let me influence you either way. The governor refuses to be influenced by public opinion.

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   What is influence verb?

   • Definition of influence verb from the Oxford Advanced American Dictionary to have an effect on the way that someone behaves or thinks, especially by giving them an example to follow influence somebody/something His writings have influenced the lives of millions. to be strongly influenced by something Don't let me influence you either way.

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   How many meanings of the noun influence are there?

   • 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. OED is undergoing a continuous programme of revision to modernize and improve definitions. This entry has not yet been fully revised. How common is the noun influence?

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   What does influence mean in a sentence?

   • the power to persuade, or to obtain advantages due to one's status, rank, etc.:[ uncountable] Thanks to his uncle's influence he was able to get a job. affect: The job market influenced his decision to relocate.

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3. dictionary.cambridge.org › influenceINFLUENCE | definition in the Cambridge Learner’s Dictionary

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   someone or something that has an effect on another person or thing: His grandfather was a strong influence on him. influence. verb [ T ] uk / ˈɪnfluəns / us. B2. to affect or change how someone or something develops, behaves, or thinks: Many factors influence a film's success.

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   1 to have an effect on the way that someone behaves or thinks, especially by giving them an example to follow influence somebody/something His writings have influenced the lives of millions. to be strongly influenced by something Don't let me influence you either way.

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6. 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.

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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.

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   1. : the power or capacity of causing an effect in indirect or intangible ways : sway. 2. a. : 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.

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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.

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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.