V2 Vocabulary Building Dictionary
induce
verb
Definition: 1. to cause or produce; 2. to influence or persuade; 3. to reason and make a statement based on observation and fact
Synonyms: persuade, influence, move, impel, cause, produce, stimulate, incite
Antonyms: repress, hinder, prevent
Tips: In obstetrics, induce means "to stimulate labor artificially," such as with a drug that initiates contractions. Induce is also a great word to use in general, to describe persuading or convincing someone to act: "See if we can induce (persuade) them to participate in the program."
Usage Examples:
If you weren't already planning to enter the contest, the prize money is sure to induce you. (persuade)
He is a true hero; whenever he sees injustice, he is induced to action. (impelled, moved)
The community council was looking for ways to induce investors and bankers to put money into inner-city businesses. (influence)
When her baby was three weeks overdue, the doctors insisted on inducing labor. (stimulating)
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