Convencer
Example: Ele tentou convencer o gerente a aprovar o projeto.
Definition
"Convencer" means to persuade someone to believe or do something by giving reasons or arguments. It involves successfully influencing someone's thoughts or decisions, as in trying to convince a manager to approve a project.
Etymology
The word "convencer" comes from the Latin verb 'convincere,' which means 'to overcome, conquer, or win over.' It is composed of 'con-' meaning 'together' and 'vincere' meaning 'to conquer.' Did you know? The root 'vincere' is also the source of English words like 'victory' and 'invincible.'
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