PERSUASION
/pəˈsweɪʒ(ə)n/
10 letters · 3 syllables · noun
Definition of 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 of action etc.
An argument or other statement intended to influence one's opinions or beliefs; a way of persuading someone.
A strongly held conviction, opinion or belief.
"It is his persuasion that abortion should never be condoned."
Examples of PERSUASION in a Sentence
- "It is his persuasion that abortion should never be condoned."
Word Details
Is PERSUASION a Scrabble Word?
Yes, PERSUASION is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: PERSUASION uses 10 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for PERSUASION
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | p | e | r | s | u | a | s | i | o | n | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 12 |
| WWF | 4 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 15 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in PERSUASION
100 words from the letters in PERSUASION
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How to Use PERSUASION in Word Games
PERSUASION is worth 12 points in Scrabble and 15 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.
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