Influential Communication

3 words in this vocabulary list

noun a flattering or pleasing statement or action used to persuade someone gently to do something

  • The salesman used blandishments to persuade the customer to make a purchase.
  • She couldn't resist his blandishments and ended up buying the car.
  • He laid on the blandishments pretty thick to get her to go out with him.
  • The blandishments of fame can sometimes lead people astray.

noun a persuasive argument or speech

adjective having the power to persuade or influence

  • The speaker's suasive arguments convinced the audience to support the new policy.
  • She's very suasive when it comes to getting people to try new things.
  • His suasive skills are off the charts - he can talk anyone into anything!
  • The artist used colors and shapes in a suasive way to evoke strong emotions in the viewer.

noun a person or thing that persuades, such as a salesperson or a convincing argument

  • The marketing team hired a professional persuader to help increase sales.
  • I heard she's a great persuader when it comes to getting people to join her club.
  • He's known as the ultimate persuader in our group of friends.
  • Her eyes were like a persuader, convincing me to change my mind.