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The correct spelling is persuasion.
How to pronounce persuasion
noun
IPA: /pəˈsweɪʒ(ə)n/
Say it like: Per-sua-zho-n
The correct spelling is persuasion. The act of persuading, or trying to do so; the addressing of arguments to someone with the intention of changing their mind or convincing them of a certain point of view, course… For example: "It is his persuasion that abortion should never be condoned."
Usage Examples
“It is his persuasion that abortion should never be condoned.”
Definition
noun
- 1.The act of persuading, or trying to do so; the addressing of arguments to someone with the intention of changing their mind or convincing them of a certain point of view, course of action etc.
- 2.An argument or other statement intended to influence one's opinions or beliefs; a way of persuading someone.
- 3.A strongly held conviction, opinion or belief.
- 4.One's ability or power to influence someone's opinions or feelings; persuasiveness.
- 5.A specified religious adherence, a creed; any school of thought or ideology.
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