Definition of influence

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  • influence is a valid Scrabble US word with a point value of 14
  • influence is a valid Scrabble UK word with a point value of 14
  • influence is a valid Words with friends word with a point value of 19

Definition of influence

  • induce into action by using one's charm (verb)

    Synonyms

    1. charm
    2. tempt
  • have and exert influence or effect (verb)

    Examples

    1. The artist's work influenced the young painter

    Synonyms

    1. act upon
    2. work
  • shape or influence; give direction to (verb)

    Synonyms

    1. determine
    2. mold
    3. regulate
    4. shape
  • a cognitive factor that tends to have an effect on what you do (noun)

    Examples

    1. her wishes had a great influence on his thinking
  • a power to affect persons or events especially power based on prestige etc (noun)

    Examples

    1. used her parents' influence to get the job
  • causing something without any direct or apparent effort (noun)
  • one having power to influence another (noun)

    Examples

    1. she was the most important influence in my life
    2. he was a bad influence on the children
  • the effect of one thing (or person) on another (noun)

    Examples

    1. the influence of mechanical action

See definition of influence in Merriam Webster