Simple meaning
What does Influence mean?
Influence means having an effect on someone or something.
Dictionary definition
The power to affect how someone thinks, feels, or acts.
Example sentences
Influence in a sentence
easy
Our class discussed influence during reading time.
medium
The report used influence to explain its main point.
hard
Writers should use influence clearly so readers understand the message.
Synonyms
Words like Influence
Antonyms
Opposite words
indifferenceNo effect or concern.
ignoreTo pay no attention.
Word family
Influence word family
Base word
influence
adjective
influential
Having strong influence.
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What does influence mean?
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