INFLUENCE
Scrabble letter values: I1N1F4L1U1E1N1C3E1 = 14
Definition
- verb have and exert influence or effect. — synonyms: act_upon, work
- verb shape or influence. — synonyms: determine, shape, mold, regulate
- verb induce into action by using one's charm. — synonyms: charm, tempt
- noun a power to affect persons or events especially power based on prestige etc.
- noun causing something without any direct or apparent effort.
- noun a cognitive factor that tends to have an effect on what you do.
- noun the effect of one thing (or person) on another.
- noun one having power to influence another.
Examples
- “The artist's work influenced the young painter”
- “She worked on her friends to support the political candidate”
- “give direction to”