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How to pronounce influence
Say it like this: /ˈɪn.flu.əns/. Listen to real recordings below and compare how it sounds in different accents.
What does influence mean?
nounThe power to affect, control or manipulate something or someone; the ability to change the development of fluctuating things such as conduct, thoughts or decisions.
“I have absolutely no influence over him.”
An action exerted by a person or thing with such power on another to cause change.
“I'm not able to exercise influence over him.”
A person or thing exerting such power or action.
“He has been a great influence on the voters during the elections.”
verbTo have an effect on by using gentle or subtle action; to exert an influence upon; to modify, bias, or sway; to persuade or induce.
“The politician wants to influence the public.”
To exert, make use of one's influence.
To cause to flow in or into; infuse; instill.
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