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convince Synonyms

Another word for convince

Choosing another word for convince depends on context, so the synonyms and similar words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
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• verb (Context 1)

To cause someone to believe firmly in the truth of something through argument or evidence.

Usage Example

"The defense attorney presented strong evidence to persuade the jury of the client's innocence."

Strongest
persuade
Strong
assure
win over
satisfy
sway

• verb (Context 2)

To persuade or induce someone to do something.

Usage Example

"Her friends finally managed to persuade her to apply for the scholarship."

Strongest
persuade
talk into
Strong
induce
prevail upon
sway
coax

Opposites of convince

The opposite of convince shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:

dissuade
talk out of
discourage
deter
See all opposites of convince

• Nearby Words

convict
convictable
conviction
convince
convincing
convincingly
convincingness

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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Convince. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/convince
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