Words / B1

INFL-oo-uh-ns/ˈɪnfluəns/

Influence as a noun is the power to change how someone thinks or acts. Have an influence on; under the influence of (also used for alcohol). Impact is often stronger and more sudden. As a verb: parents influence children. Influential is the adjective for people and books.

Meaning

The power to change how someone thinks or acts.

Examples

• “Friends can have a strong influence on you.”
• “Social media has a growing influence on teenagers.”
• “Her teacher influenced her choice of career.”

Good to know

have an influence on. Adjective: influential. Stronger/sudden: impact.

Near in meaning

effect

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