brainwash

verb

Definition of brainwashnext
as in to convince
to cause (someone) to think or believe something by using methods that make a person unable to think normally Terrorists brainwashed the prisoners. Does advertising brainwash children?

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for brainwash
  1. convince
  2. persuade
  3. induce
  4. bring
  5. attract
  6. entice
  7. influence
  8. sell
Verb
  • Many Democrats had convinced themselves before the election that this was their year.
    Joanna Allhands, The Arizona Republic, 22 Nov. 2024
  • Ultimately, FirstEnergy did not convince the Department of Energy to give it a bailout, but the Ohio Legislature did.
    Jessie Balmert, The Enquirer, 22 Nov. 2024
Definition of convince
Verb
  • Few modern artists do so much to persuade us that creative endeavor is a struggle—an anxious wrestling with the stubborn materials to hand, and a determination to plow on.
    Anthony Lane, The New Yorker, 21 Nov. 2024
  • Will that be enough to persuade these justices to strike down Tennessee’s law?
    Ian Millhiser, Vox, 15 Nov. 2024
Definition of persuade
Verb
  • India could learn, for instance, from the way in which Japan set up a ministry of economic security in the aftermath of the shock induced by the pandemic.
    Harsh V. Pant, Foreign Affairs, 14 Nov. 2024
  • One theory is that its effects may have something to do with the drugs’ ability to induce the feeling of satiation.
    Kaitlin Sullivan, NBC News, 13 Nov. 2024
Definition of induce
Verb
  • The combination brought them their second straight NBA Cup win — a 123-118 final.
    Danny Emerman, The Mercury News, 15 Nov. 2024
  • Then on Tuesday, a storm will bring snow, though the latest models show totals generally under six inches.
    John Meyer, The Denver Post, 14 Nov. 2024
Definition of bring
Verb
  • Trucking experts say Southern California has attracted technological innovation from a handful of newcomers to the region – thanks to clean air initiatives in the Ports of LA and Long Beach and other federal and state efforts.
    Pat Maio, Orange County Register, 16 Nov. 2024
  • This transaction is anticipated to attract additional capital investment.
    Quartz Bot, Quartz, 14 Nov. 2024
Definition of attract
Verb
  • While defensive coordinators certainly focus on Jeanty, the reciever believes teams are also enticed by the opportunity to dash the running back's Heisman Trophy dreams.
    Chantz Martin, Fox News, 7 Nov. 2024
  • By not coming to the region, Smith said Harris and Trump missed an opportunity to hear local concerns and entice local voters to go to the polls.
    Terry Collins, USA TODAY, 4 Nov. 2024
Definition of entice
Verb
  • Expedite The Process With A Good Cultural Fit The target's culture can influence the outcome of a merger and acquisition and the speed of realizing value.
    Expert Panel®, Forbes, 22 Nov. 2024
  • Hundreds opposed Smith’s parole Smith’s chances for parole were already unlikely, as research shows the main factor influencing parole decisions is the presence of a victim or the victim’s family, said Hayden Smith, professor of criminology and criminal justice at the University of South Carolina.
    Emma Tucker, CNN, 21 Nov. 2024
Definition of influence
Verb
  • In the years since the data sharing program was launched, Remington has been split into two companies and sold.
    Corey G. Johnson, ProPublica, 15 Nov. 2024
  • The company continues to focus on its primary business activities, which include producing and distributing tea leaves, importing animal proteins, and selling synthetic fuel products.
    Quartz Bot, Quartz, 15 Nov. 2024
Definition of sell
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