suasion

/ˈsweɪʒən/
noun
  1. The act of persuading or influencing someone; persuasion.
    • Moral suasion is often more effective than threats.
    • The charity relied on gentle suasion to encourage donations.
    • Through patient suasion, she convinced the committee to change the policy.
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