Definition

The act of convincing someone not to do something or to change their mind about a decision.

Example

His dissuasion from taking the risky job helped her make a better choice.

Conversation

I was thinking about going skydiving this weekend.

That sounds exciting, but have you considered the risks?

Yeah, I know, but I'm hoping for some dissuasion from my friends before I decide.

That's fair — sometimes a little caution is exactly what we need.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Dissuasion → It is formed from "dis-" (meaning apart or away) and "suadere" (meaning to advise or persuade). The word describes the act of advising someone against something or persuading them to refrain from a particular action.

Memory Tip

Think of someone advising you 'against' ('dis-') something, which helps you remember that dissuasion means to persuade someone not to do something.

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