English · Common Verbs
convince
/kənˈvɪns/
[/kənˈvɪns/]
make someone believe
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Definition
To make someone feel certain that something is true or right.
Example
It took a long time to convince my parents that studying abroad was a good idea.
It took a long time to convince my parents that studying abroad was a good idea.
Etymology
From Latin 'convincere' (to overcome, prove), from 'com-' and 'vincere'.
How & Where It’s Used
Used for changing beliefs, often followed by 'that' or 'to'.