Cajole -

means to persuade someone using gentle persistent flattery [1]. 💡 Quick Breakdown Pronunciation: kə-JOHL Part of Speech: Verb Synonyms: Coax, wheedle, sweet-talk, beguile Antonyms: Bully, force, compel, demand 📝 Example Sentences She managed to cajole her friend into going out. He cajoled his boss into granting him leave. The child cajoled his mother for a cookie. 📌 Memory Trick

Think of a . You cannot force a wild bird into a cage. You must cajole it inside with treats and soft words. cajole