Need another word for Cajole? Use these synonyms of Cajole from our thesaurus to say it differently.
Synonyms & Similar Words
persuade
coax
wheedle
cajole
charm
beguile
entice
lure
tempt
induce
influence
manipulate
flatter
sweet-talk
blandish
inveigle
seduce
deceive
dupe
hoodwink
beguile
disarm
mollify
placate
appease
pacify
soothe
calm
gentle
soften
win over
talk into
bring around
convince
prevail upon
urge
prompt
prod
goad
coaxingly
wheedlingly
persuasively
charmingly
enticingly
temptingly
alluringly
attractively
invitingly
intriguingly
Meaning of Cajole
The primary meaning of the word "cajole" is to persuade someone to do something by flattering them or using tact and subtlety.
Definitions
- To persuade someone to do something by flattering them or using tact and subtlety
- To coax or wheedle someone into doing something
- To influence someone's behavior or decision by using charm or persuasion
Etymology of Cajole
The word "cajole" originates from the French word "cajoler", which means to chat, converse, or coax
The French word is derived from the Old French word "gaule", which refers to a type of bird known for its gentle and persuasive song
The word "cajole" has been used in English since the 17th century to describe the act of persuading or coaxing someone using gentle and subtle means
Example Uses
- She tried to cajole her husband into taking her to the movies by promising to cook his favorite dinner
- The salesman used his charm to cajole the customer into buying the more expensive model
- The teacher used positive reinforcement to cajole her students into behaving well in class