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Learn “Cajolery”

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Cajolery

noun/kuh-JOH-luh-ree/

Meaning

The use of coaxing, flattering words to gently persuade someone.

In context

No amount of cajolery would make the umpire change his mind.

Remember it

From 'cajole' - cajolery is the sweet-talking art of coaxing.

Use it well

Use for gentle, flattering persuasion; opposite of forcing someone.