induce
|in-duce|
B2
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/ɪnˈdus/
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/ɪnˈdjuːs/
to cause
Etymology
Etymology Information
'induce' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'inducere,' where 'in-' meant 'into' and 'ducere' meant 'to lead.'
Historical Evolution
'inducere' transformed into the Old French word 'induire,' and eventually became the modern English word 'induce' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to lead into or bring in,' but over time it evolved into its current meanings of 'to cause' or 'to persuade.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Verb 1
to bring about or give rise to.
The medicine may induce drowsiness.
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Verb 2
to persuade or influence someone to do something.
The advertisement was designed to induce people to buy the product.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:40