1. to cause someone to believe that something is true or to agree to do something

Examples

• She tried to convince her parents to let her go to the party.
• The evidence convinced the jury of his innocence.
• I'm not convinced that this plan will work.
• He convinced me to try the new restaurant.
• The salesperson convinced them to buy the extended warranty.
• It took hours to convince him to see a doctor.
• The presentation convinced the board to approve the project.