COAXED Meaning and
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Coaxed is a verb that refers to the act of persuading someone gently or gradually through soothing words, kind gestures, or friendly encouragement to do something. It involves using a gentle, persistent, and persuasive manner to overcome any resistance or apprehension that the person may have. The aim of coaxing is to influence someone to act or behave in a desired manner without applying force, intimidation, or undue pressure.
The term typically connotes a nurturing approach, emphasizing the use of soft words, reassurances, or flattery to gradually win over the individual or to convince them to take a particular course of action. It implies employing tact, empathy, or manipulation to appeal to the person's emotions, desires, or needs, and may often involve offering rewards or incentives. Coaxing can be employed in a variety of contexts, such as encouraging a child to eat their vegetables, convincing a hesitant friend to join a social event, or persuading an employee to accept a new assignment.
Coaxed can also be measured by the level of success achieved in influencing the individual to act against their initial reservations or persuading them to undertake a task they were initially hesitant about. It highlights the power of skilled communication and psychological tactics to gently guide someone towards a desired outcome.
Common Misspellings for COAXED
Etymology of COAXED
The word "coaxed" originated from the Old French word "coaxier", which was derived from the Latin word "coaxare". In Latin, "coaxare" meant to converse in a friendly manner or to coax. Over time, this term evolved into the Old English word "coaxian", which meant to cajole or gently persuade. Eventually, it transformed into the modern English word "coaxed" with the same meaning of persuading someone through gentle or persistent means.
Similar spelling words for COAXED
- waxed,
- CODED,
- Coached,
- Caused,
- Faxed,
- cooked,
- cowshed,
- Caged,
- Taxed,
- Coaxed,
- cored,
- costa,
- Cawed,
- coated,
- Coped,
- soaked,
- cogged,
- Gazed,
- Cared,
- Coasted,
- coast,
- cozad,
- coax,
- Caked,
- boxed,
- coaxes.
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