überzeugend
Translation
convincing, persuasive
Examples
Sein Argument war sehr überzeugend.
His argument was very convincing.
Sie hat überzeugend gesprochen.
She spoke convincingly.
Grammar Patterns
((...)) convincing (...) A convincing argument.
((Adverb)) convincingly (...) She speaks very convincingly.
Similar Words
Synonyms: einleuchtend, plausibel; Antonyms: unglaubwürdig, zweifelhaft
Etymology
From 'über-' (over) + 'zeugen' (to witness, testify). The idea is to 'win someone over' with testimony or evidence.
Memory Tips
Think of 'über' (over) and 'zeugen' (testify). You are bringing someone 'over' to your side by testifying.