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unpersuaded

Intermediate (B1)

IPA: /ˌʌn.pərˈsweɪ.dɪd/

KK: /ʌnˈpɜrsweɪdɪd/

adjective
Definition

Not convinced or influenced by arguments or reasons.


Example

Despite the strong arguments presented, she remained unpersuaded by their claims.


Conversation
Sloth A
I tried to convince him to join us for the trip, but he seemed unpersuaded.
Sloth B
Really? I thought he would love the idea!
Sloth A
Yeah, I don't understand why he's being so unpersuaded about it.
Sloth B
Maybe he just needs more time to think it over.

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
unconvinced
skeptical
doubtful
Antonyms
convinced
certain
persuaded
Root Explanation

Unpersuaded → It is formed from "un-" (meaning not) and "persuade" (from Latin "persuadere", meaning to convince or persuade). The word "unpersuaded" means not convinced or not having been persuaded.

Memory Tip

Think of 'not' ('un-') being added to 'persuade', which means to convince someone. This helps you remember that 'unpersuaded' means someone who has not been convinced.

Visually Confused Words
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