Definitions and Examples of persuaded, convinced, swayed
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
Having been convinced or influenced to believe or do something.
Example
After hearing all the arguments, she was finally persuaded to change her mind.
Completely certain about something; having no doubt.
Example
He was convinced that he had made the right decision and didn't regret it.
Influenced or persuaded to change one's opinion or decision.
Example
She was swayed by the passionate speech and decided to support the cause.
Key Differences: persuaded vs convinced vs swayed
- 1Persuaded implies that someone has been convinced or influenced to believe or do something.
- 2Convinced suggests a high level of certainty and having no doubt about something.
- 3Swayed describes being influenced or persuaded to change one's opinion or decision.
Effective Usage of persuaded, convinced, swayed
- 1Debate: Use these antonyms to express different levels of conviction in a debate or discussion.
- 2Negotiation: Incorporate these words to describe the level of agreement or disagreement in a negotiation.
- 3Opinion: Utilize these antonyms to describe how strongly you feel about a particular issue or topic.
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Remember this!
The antonyms of unpersuaded are persuaded, convinced, and swayed. Use these words to express different levels of conviction, describe the level of agreement or disagreement, and express how strongly you feel about a particular issue or topic.
