Synonyms for "persuade"
8 kid-friendly synonyms for persuade, sorted by grade level (K-2, 3-5, 6-8).
What does "persuade" mean?
The word persuade is a verb that means: to talk someone into doing or thinking something.
Example: "Can you persuade her?"
Grade K–2Easy synonyms for persuade
Younger kids can use these in place of "persuade":
Grade 3–5Stronger words for persuade
For elementary writers ready to add precision and variety to their vocabulary:
Grade 6–8Middle-school vocabulary for persuade
Tier 2 academic alternatives — useful for essays, persuasive writing, and standardized tests:
Opposites of persuade (antonyms)
Words that mean the opposite of persuade:
FAQ — synonyms for persuade
What is a good synonym for persuade in a kid's writing?
For K-2 writers, try talk into. For older students, "convince" reads more naturally in school writing.
How many synonyms does persuade have?
We list 8 grade-appropriate synonyms for persuade across three reading levels. Adults' thesauruses include dozens more, but most aren't useful for K-8 vocabulary.
Is persuade a noun, verb, or adjective?
In this entry, persuade is used as a verb.
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