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.