Cool MateMeaning of Convincing
that makes somebody believe that something is true
In simple words: Able to make someone believe something is true.
Convincing in a sentence
- a **convincing argument/explanation/case**
- She sounded very convincing to me *(= I believed what she said)*.
- a **convincing victory/win** *(= an easy one)*
- He was far from convincing as a leader.
- I found his argument pretty convincing.
- She gave a wonderfully convincing performance in the leading role.
- A long, complicated excuse always sounds less convincing.
- Is there convincing evidence that the treatment works?
- This explanation is not entirely convincing.
How to use Convincing
Use 'convincing' to describe arguments, evidence, or people when they make others believe in a point or idea. It's appropriate in both spoken and written contexts, but avoid using it in overly casual conversations.
Grammar pattern
convincing + object
Memory hint
Think of 'convince' and 'swing' together — a convincing argument swings someone to your side.
Related words
Synonyms for Convincing
- persuasive
- believable
- compelling
- cogent
- logical
Opposites of Convincing
- unconvincing
- disbelievable
- implausible
Common mistakes with Convincing
- Using 'convince' instead of 'convincing' incorrectly.
- Confusing the adjective 'convincing' with the noun 'conviction'.
- Forgetting to use the correct form of 'convince' when speaking.
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Convincing in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
مقنع, مُقْنِع
قادر على جعل شخص ما يصدق أن شيئًا ما صحيح.
- Bengaliবাংলা
বিশ্বাসযোগ্য, জোরালো
যা কাউকে কোনো কিছু সত্য বলে বিশ্বাস করাতে পারে।
- GermanDeutsch
überzeugend
Kann jemanden davon überzeugen, dass etwas wahr ist.
- SpanishEspañol
Convincente
Que puede hacer que alguien crea que algo es verdad.
- Persianفارسی
متقاعد کننده، قانع کننده
چیزی که باعث میشود کسی باور کند درست است.
- FrenchFrançais
Convaincant, -ante
Qui arrive à faire croire quelque chose à quelqu'un.
- Hindiहिन्दी
विश्वसनीय
किसी को कुछ सच मानने के लिए राजी करने में सक्षम।
- ItalianItaliano
Convincente
Capace di far credere a qualcuno che qualcosa sia vero.
- PortuguesePortuguês
Convincente
Capaz de fazer alguém acreditar que algo é verdade.
- RussianРусский
Убедительный, правдоподобный
Способный заставить кого-то поверить в правдивость чего-либо.
- Urduاردو
قائل کرنے والا، یقین دلانے والا
ایسا جو کسی کو کسی چیز کو سچا ماننے پر مجبور کر سکے۔
- Chinese中文
令人信服的, 有说服力的
能让人相信某事是真的。
More words like Convincing
- Compelling
- Logical
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the fact of somebody being away from a place where they are usually expected to be; the occasion or period of time when somebody is away
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not in a place because of illness, etc.
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Frequently asked questions about Convincing
What does Convincing mean?
Able to make someone believe something is true.
What is the definition of Convincing?
that makes somebody believe that something is true
How do you use Convincing in a sentence?
a **convincing argument/explanation/case**
Can you give another example of Convincing?
She sounded very convincing to me *(= I believed what she said)*.
What are synonyms for Convincing?
Common alternatives include persuasive, believable, compelling, cogent, logical.
What is the opposite of Convincing?
Opposite meanings include unconvincing, disbelievable, implausible.
What words go with Convincing?
It commonly pairs with be, look, seem, extremely, fairly, very.
What are common mistakes when using Convincing?
Using 'convince' instead of 'convincing' incorrectly. Confusing the adjective 'convincing' with the noun 'conviction'. Forgetting to use the correct form of 'convince' when speaking.
How do you pronounce Convincing?
US: /["/kənˈvɪnsɪŋ/"]/, UK: /["/kənˈvɪnsɪŋ/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Convincing?
Use 'convincing' to describe arguments, evidence, or people when they make others believe in a point or idea. It's appropriate in both spoken and written contexts, but avoid using it in overly casual conversations.
What CEFR level is Convincing?
"Convincing" is at B2 level on the CEFR scale.