INDUCES Synonyms: 142 Similar and Opposite Words

induces

verb

present tense third-person singular of induce

as in creates

to be the cause of (a situation, action, or state of mind) the medication induced labor

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as in persuades

to cause (someone) to agree with a belief or course of action by using arguments or earnest requests finally induced the eyewitness to the gangland slaying to cooperate with the police

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Recent Examples of induces Under Nevada law, someone who aids or abets a crime—or encourages, hires, commands, or otherwise induces another person to commit it—can be prosecuted as a principal. — Rebecca Schneid, Time, 16 Aug. 2026 The changing magnetic field induces a voltage in the conductor, the same basic electromagnetic induction principle used in electrical generators. — New Atlas, 4 Aug. 2026 Researchers exposed male mouse testicle cells, known as TM3 cells, to a chemical that induces oxidative stress. — Samantha Agate, Sacbee.com, 29 July 2026 For Carney, 43, though, being asked to draw or write a tattoo for a fan immediately induces a certain level of stress. — Hedy Phillips, PEOPLE, 24 July 2026 Current through one coil induces a magnetic field in the other, transmitting a data signal. — IEEE Spectrum, 8 July 2026 Match play naturally induces fatigue and can disrupt sleep. — Alan McCall, New York Times, 5 June 2026 Pamela, a servant, rejects the advances of her wealthy employer and thereby induces him to marry her. — Becca Rothfeld, New Yorker, 1 June 2026 The heady scent—a mix of white florals, amber, and sandalwood—induces daydreams of tanning on a white-sand beach. — Jenny Berg, Vogue, 27 May 2026

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Edstrom is big and fast, competes hard, and creates a lot of offense in the high-percentage areas.

— Corey Pronman, New York Times, 18 Aug. 2026
While enabling wider adoption, this creates a provenance gap, as consistency and accountability in these conversions remain inconsistent.

— Janakiram MSV, Forbes.com, 18 Aug. 2026

Definition of creates

Verb

Despite the warning, Max persuades both the guide and the rest of the group to choose the red path instead.

— Isadora Wandermurem, Time, 29 July 2026
The open question is whether Wednesday’s beat and share price jump is just a blip, or the catalyst that persuades investors to give the stock a more durable re-rating.

— Jeremy Kahn, Fortune, 23 July 2026

Definition of persuades

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Alexa Frank thought the small, pink, flaky spot on her nose was an acne scar or eczema, a condition that causes dry, itchy skin.

— Lindsey Bever, Washington Post, 16 Aug. 2026
All of these conditions are driven by climate change, which makes wildfires burn hotter and faster and causes more severe storms.

— Noelle Phillips, Denver Post, 16 Aug. 2026

Definition of causes

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Greenblatt found the first frequently convinces the second that the work is fine.

— Craig S. Smith, Forbes.com, 9 Aug. 2026
It’s already been established that Ted is returning to coach the team, though what exactly convinces him to come back is a reveal saved for the premiere itself.

— Rachel LaBonte, Entertainment Weekly, 5 Aug. 2026

Definition of convinces

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In two or more dimensions, both of these lines count as fractals — that’s because a line takes up no area and leaves most of the surrounding space empty, which satisfies the condition of having many holes.

— Shalma Wegsman, Quanta Magazine, 12 Aug. 2026
This creamy and cozy casserole is somehow still perfectly light and bright, as friendly as a summer side that satisfies those buttery cravings.

— Kimberly Holland, Southern Living, 7 Aug. 2026

Definition of satisfies

Verb

Maresca is known for his attention to detail and will be hoping Semenyo’s skillset on the pitch brings the club back to lifting domestic and European trophies.

— Andrew McNicol, CNN Money, 14 Aug. 2026
Friday brings pregame autographs from former Braves and an Andres Galarraga bobblehead.

— Tyler Estep, AJC.com, 14 Aug. 2026

Definition of brings

Verb

Bernard gets more of the attention; Weru, a native of Kenya, was an international rugby player who is now learning football.

— Brooks Kubena, New York Times, 15 Aug. 2026
White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt said keeping gas prices low and ensuring Iran never gets a hold of a nuclear weapon are of equal importance to the president.

— Tim Lister, CNN Money, 15 Aug. 2026

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