convince
Translation
to persuade, to satisfy, to assure
Examples
I tried to convince him to stay.
I tried to convince him to stay.
The evidence will convince the jury of his guilt.
The evidence will convince the jury of his guilt.
How can I convince you that I'm right?
How can I convince you that I'm right?
Grammar Patterns
((sb.)) ((to-inf)) to persuade (sb.) to do (sth.) I tried to convince him to stay.
((sb.)) ((of sth.)) to make (sb.) sure of (sth.) The evidence will convince the jury of his guilt.
((sb.)) ((that ...)) to make (sb.) believe that... How can I convince you that I'm right?
Similar Words
Synonyms: persuade, assure; Antonyms: dissuade
Etymology
From Latin 'convincere' (to overcome, refute), from 'con-' (with) + 'vincere' (to conquer).
Memory Tips
To 'convince' someone is to 'conquer' their doubts with your argument.