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Influence

The capacity to affect someone's actions, thoughts, or feelings.

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Influence refers to the action or process of producing an effect on someone's thoughts, feelings, behavior, or decisions. It often involves persuasion, guidance, or indirect pressure exerted by individuals, groups, media, culture, or other entities.

Pronunciation

/ˈɪnfluəns/

Etymology

From Old French influer, from Latin influentia, from influxus (past participle of influit ‘flows in’)

Explain Like I’m 5

Influence is like when you convince a friend to play your favorite game - it's about changing what someone thinks or does.

Fun Facts

Social media influencers can impact consumer choices
Political leaders often use influence to shape public opinion
Charismatic individuals naturally exert a strong influence on others

FAQ

What is influence? It's the ability to affect someone's behavior or beliefs
How does it work? Through persuasion, role modeling, or authority
Why is it important? It shapes decisions and actions in many areas of life

Synonyms — Similar or Related Terms

persuasion sway impact

Hypernyms — Broader Categories

power effect

Hyponyms — Specific Examples

persuasion suggestion coercion

Holonyms — Wholes or Groups

social dynamics relationships

Indexes

behavioral motivational social process

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