convincing

[kuhn-vin-sing] / kənˈvɪn sɪŋ /

ADJECTIVE

persuasive

Synonyms

STRONGEST

authentic cogent conclusive credible impressive plausible powerful probable reasonable reliable satisfactory satisfying solid telling trustworthy

STRONG

moving sound swaying

WEAK

acceptable believeable dependable faithful hopeful incontrovertible likely possible presumable rational trusty valid

Antonyms

STRONGEST

implausible impotent improbable ineffective insignificant unbelievable undependable unimportant unlikely unreasonable unreliable untrustworthy weak

WEAK

doubtful dubious incredible unconvincing unpersuasive

Example Sentences

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But with no progress in US-brokered talks on halting the fighting, convincing investors to support Kyiv's recovery has been a challenge.

From Barron's • Jun. 25, 2026

That burden need not necessarily be “clear and convincing evidence.”

From Slate • Jun. 23, 2026

Portugal are fully aware that only a convincing win against Uzbekistan can offer them some peace - preferably with Ronaldo scoring, of course.

From BBC • Jun. 23, 2026

The greatest victory of extreme inequality may be convincing people that it is inevitable.

From Salon • Jun. 20, 2026

Javier nods, but his attempt at a smile looks more pained than convincing.

From "The Last Cuentista" by Donna Barba Higuera

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