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influenced

v.
B1 Intermediate US //ˈɪnfɫuənst// UK //ˈɪnfluːənst// in·flu·enced

v. to have an effect on the way someone thinks or behaves, or on how something develops. You use this when one thing changes another without using force.

v. to exert an effect on the character, development, or behaviour of someone or something. Often used in the passive voice to describe the impact of external factors on a subject.


SIMPLE

Her teacher influenced her decision to study medicine.

CONTEXTUAL

The local climate has heavily influenced the traditional architecture of the region, leading to thick walls and small windows.

COMPLEX

Historians argue that the philosopher's early years in exile profoundly influenced his later theories regarding social justice and the role of the state.

Synonyms
Usage

The verb is transitive and takes a direct object; it is frequently used in the passive voice ('to be influenced by').

Pitfall

he influenced on my choicehe influenced my choiceThe verb influence is transitive and does not take the preposition 'on', though the noun form 'influence' does.

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