Persuasiveness

Definition

Persuasiveness is the ability to convince others to adopt or agree with a certain point of view. It involves using effective arguments, evidence, and appeals to emotions or logic.

Related terms

Rhetoric:

Rhetoric refers to the art of persuasive speaking or writing.

Pathos:

Pathos is an emotional appeal used in persuasion that aims at evoking specific feelings in the audience.

Logos:

Logos is a logical appeal used in persuasion that relies on facts, evidence, and reasoning.