Persuasive Words Hub
Words that improve argument structure and credibility without sounding manipulative.
Use persuasive language to improve proposals, essays, and sales communication with clearer logic.
Evidence framing
Show reasoning and proof.
because
On account, for sake [with of].
therefore
Consequently, by or in consequence of that or this cause; referring to something previously stated.
evidence
Facts or observations presented in support of an assertion.
data
A barangay of Sabangan, Mountain Province, Philippines.
demonstrates
third-person singular simple present indicative of demonstrate
indicates
third-person singular simple present indicative of indicate
supports
plural of support
correlates
plural of correlate
Confidence language
Sound decisive and specific.
clearly
In a clear manner.
consistently
In a consistent manner.
reliably
In a reliable manner.
proven
Having been proved; having proved its value or truth.
significant
Signifying something; carrying meaning.
material
Of, relating to, or consisting of matter, especially physical.
measurable
Able to be measured.
credible
Believable or plausible.
Counterargument handling
Address objections cleanly.
however
Nevertheless; yet, still; in spite of that.
although
in spite of or despite the fact that: introducing a clause that expresses a concession.
while
During the same time that.
despite
Disdain, contemptuous feelings, hatred.
nevertheless
In spite of what preceded; yet.
still
Not moving; calm.
yet
Thus far; up to the present; up to some unspecified time.; In negative or interrogative use, often with an expectation or potential of something happening in the future.
nonetheless
Nevertheless.
Call to action
Move readers toward next steps.
start
Completely, utterly.
adopt
Clipping of adoptable.
apply
Alternative spelling of appley.
confirm
For sure, definitely.
commit
The act of committing (e.g. a database transaction), making it a permanent change; such a change.
schedule
A procedural plan, usually but not necessarily tabular in nature, indicating a sequence of operations and the planned times at which those operations are to occur.
approve
To officially sanction; to ratify; to confirm; to set as satisfactory.
proceed
To move, pass, or go forward or onward; to advance; to carry on.
Best Use Cases
- Proposal writing
- Landing page copy
- Argumentative essays
Key Takeaways
- Use evidence words before confidence words.
- Address objections explicitly with rebuttal transitions.
- End with a specific action request.
Common Mistakes To Avoid
- Relying on hype words without proof.
- Ignoring likely objections.
- Using aggressive CTA language too early.
Micro Practice Drills
Prompt
Rewrite: "This is obviously the best option."
Sample upgrade
Pilot data shows 24% faster completion time versus current workflow.
Prompt
Rewrite: "You should buy now."
Sample upgrade
If approved this week, rollout can begin before the next reporting cycle.
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