Spanish Conversation · Level 26
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Spanish word
persuasivo
Pronunciation
IPA/peɾswaˈsiβo/
Meaning
- adjectiveconvincing
Example
La explicación fue persuasiva.
The explanation was convincing.
More examples
La campaña usó un mensaje persuasivo para atraer clientes.
The campaign used a persuasive message to attract customers.
Core concept
A speaker whose words change listeners' opinions.
Common phrases
mensaje persuasivo
persuasive message
tono persuasivo
persuasive tone
Similar words
convincente: Presents clear reasons or evidence that make an idea seem logically sound.
elocuente: Expresses ideas clearly and movingly so they resonate with listeners.
influyente: Exerts influence that changes other people's opinions or behavior.
sugestivo: Evokes images or associations that suggest ideas without saying them outright.
Definition in Spanish
Que persuade o influye en la opinión de otras personas con razones, ejemplos o el tono.
Word origin
Adjective formed from Spanish persuadir and ultimately from Latin per- 'through' plus suadēre 'to advise', with the suffix -ivo creating an adjective meaning 'tending to persuade'.
Usage tips
- Often contrasts with convincente, which stresses logical proof, while persuasivo highlights influence by tone, examples, or delivery.
Other meanings
- persuasiveadjective
Opposites
- ineficazineffectiveadjective
Related words
- persuasiónpersuasionnoun
- persuasivamentepersuasivelyadverb