How Do You Spell PERSUADED?

Pronunciation: [pəswˈe͡ɪdɪd] (IPA)

The word "persuaded" is spelled with a /w/ sound at the end, despite being pronounced with a /d/ sound. This is because of the origin of the word, which comes from the Old French word "persuader" and the Latin word "persuadere" where the final consonant was pronounced. In IPA phonetic transcription, the word is spelled /pərˈsweɪdɪd/, with the "w" being represented by the digraph "wh" (/h/ being silent) in some dialects.

PERSUADED Meaning and Definition

  1. "Persuaded" is an adjective derived from the verb "persuade," which refers to the act of convincing or influencing someone to believe or do something through reasoning, argument, or manipulation. When someone is persuaded, they have been successfully convinced or swayed to adopt a particular belief, opinion, or course of action.

    A person can be persuaded through various means, such as logical or emotional appeals, evidence, or persuasive techniques. This involves presenting compelling arguments or reasons that resonate with the individual, appealing to their values, desires, or interests. The degree to which someone is persuaded can vary, from being simply convinced to having a strong conviction or commitment towards the idea or action being proposed.

    Being persuaded can occur in a variety of settings, including personal relationships, academic or professional contexts, advertising, politics, and everyday conversations. Persuasion is a fundamental aspect of communication, and the ability to effectively persuade others can be seen as a valuable skill.

    Furthermore, being persuaded does not necessarily imply the individual's beliefs or actions have changed permanently. It can be a temporary state where they are convinced in the moment, but they may revert to their previous thoughts or behaviors later on. Nonetheless, the act of being persuaded acknowledges that the person has been influenced and has accepted a particular viewpoint or decision.

  2. Convinced; induced.

    Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.

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Etymology of PERSUADED

The word "persuaded" has its origins in the Old French term "persuader", which in turn derived from the Latin word "persuadere". This Latin word consists of two components: "per", meaning "thoroughly", and "suadere", meaning "to advise" or "to urge". Hence, the etymology of "persuaded" suggests the idea of someone being thoroughly advised or urged to believe or take a particular course of action.

Conjugate verb Persuaded

CONDITIONAL

I would persuade
we would persuade
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FUTURE

I will persuade
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FUTURE PERFECT

I will have persuaded
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PAST

I persuaded
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PAST PERFECT

I had persuaded
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PRESENT

I persuade
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you persuade
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PRESENT PERFECT

I have persuaded
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