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influential

/ˌɪnfluˈɛnʃəl/
in · flu · en · tial
Adverb:influentially
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Plural:influentials
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• adjective

1

Having great power, authority, or capacity to affect someone or something, or to shape the course of events and opinions.

Example

"She became one of the most influential figures in modern architectural design."

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• noun

1

A person who holds significant sway or authority over the opinions, purchases, or behaviors of others, especially in marketing and politics.

Example

"The campaign was designed to reach key community influentials who could help spread the message."

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• Rhymes for influential

• Nearby Words

influence
influenceable
influencer
influential
influentially
influenza
influx

Word Origin & Etymology

Formed in the 16th century from the noun 'influence' plus the suffix '-ial', ultimately tracing back to the Medieval Latin 'influentia', which originally referred to an ethereal fluid believed to flow from the stars and affect human destiny.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Influential. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/influential
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