Word: INFLUENCE
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Definition of INFLUENCE
- The power to affect, control or manipulate something or someone; the ability to change the development of fluctuating things such as conduct, thoughts or decisions.
"I have absolutely no influence over him."
- An action exerted by a person or thing with such power on another to cause change.
"I'm not able to exercise influence over him."
- A person or thing exerting such power or action.
"He has been a great influence on the voters during the elections."
- 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.
"I must admit that this book influenced my outlook on life."
- To exert, make use of one's influence.
- To cause to flow in or into; infuse; instill.
Source: Definitions compiled dynamically via Free Dictionary API.
๐ Word Pattern Notes
Based on its structure, this word likely follows standard English morphological patterns, though exact historical origins are not available.
๐ฃ๏ธ Example Sentences
- โข "Understanding the exact meaning of "influence" can significantly improve your writing style."
- โข "Linguists often study the historical evolution of "influence" in early literature."
๐ก Interesting Word Trivia & Facts
This word provides solid placement flexibility, making it a reliable option for typical game situations.
๐ฏ Scrabble Board Placement & Usage Tips
This is a 7+ letter word. Use it as a Bingo candidate if you have the space on the board for a +50 point bonus.
Dictionary Validity
| Dictionary Lexicon | Status | Base Value |
|---|---|---|
| TWL (US/Canada Scrabble) | โ Valid | 14 pts |
| SOWPODS (UK/International Scrabble) | โ Valid | 14 pts |
| ENABLE (Words With Friends Lexicon) | โ Valid | 19 pts |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is INFLUENCE a valid Scrabble word? โผ
How many points is INFLUENCE worth in Scrabble? โผ
How many syllables are in INFLUENCE? โผ
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๐ Common Phrases & Idioms
Here are some popular expressions, phrases, and collocations containing INFLUENCE:
- # the influence effect
- # master of influence
- # playing with influence
- # in terms of influence
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