how to pronounce persuasion

/pɚsˈwɛɪʒən/

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persuasion is pronounced in three syllables

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An example use of persuasion in a speech by a native speaker of american english:

“… result is persuasion and sometimes …”

meanings of persuasion

noun:

The act of persuading, or trying to do so; the addressing of arguments to someone with the intention of changing their mind or convincing them of a certain point of view, course of action etc.
A specified religious adherence, a creed; any school of thought or ideology.
Another personal, animal or inanimate trait that is not (very) liable to be changed by persuasion, such as sex, gender, ethnicity, origin, profession or nature.
An argument or other statement intended to influence one's opinions or beliefs; a way of persuading someone.
A strongly held conviction, opinion or belief.
One's ability or power to influence someone's opinions or feelings; persuasiveness.