influenced
verb
Form of influence , past tense of influence.
Simple meaning
To have an effect on by using gentle or subtle action.
Pronunciation
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IPA pronunciation (US)
ˈɪnfluənst
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Definition
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verb
past tense of influence
To have an effect on by using gentle or subtle action; to exert an influence upon; to modify, bias, or sway; to persuade or induce.
“The artist's work influenced the young painter.”
past tense of influence
To exert, make use of one's influence.
past tense of influence
Shape or influence; give direction to
Word Aura™
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This meaning: To have an effect on by using gentle or subtle action; to exert an influence upon; to modify, bias, or sway; to persuade or induce.
Used this way, influenced is a common word with a mildly favourable edge. It stays understated rather than dramatic. It usually sounds natural in a wide range of settings.
“The artist's work influenced the young painter.”
- Emotional tone
- Slightly positive
- Formality
- Neutral
- Intensity
- Mild
- How common
- Common
- Connotation
- Positive and appreciative
- Usage feel
- Neutral and straightforward
Word Aura describes common impressions, not a measurement. Tone changes with sentence, speaker, relationship and situation.
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- “The artist's work influenced the young painter.”verb
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Inflected forms
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A power to affect persons or events especially power based on prestige etc.
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