The influence
Example: The influence of ancient Rome shaped many modern laws.
Definition
"The influence" refers to the capacity or power of a person, event, or thing to have an effect on the character, development, or behavior of someone or something. For example, "the influence" of ancient Rome shaped many modern laws by impacting legal systems and governance.
Etymology
The phrase "the influence" comes from the Latin word 'influere,' meaning 'to flow into.' Originally, it was used in astrology to describe the flowing of a celestial body's power onto people or events. Over time, its meaning broadened to describe any effect or impact exerted by one entity on another.
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"The influence" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - History - (B1) - set 1", containing 204 commonly used words.
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