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COAXING

(noun, adj.sat, verb)

Definitions

There are 5 meanings of the word Coaxing.

Coaxing - as a noun

Flattery designed to gain favor

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
blarney12

Coaxing - as an adjective satellite

Pleasingly persuasive or intended to persuade

Example: "A coaxing and obsequious voice"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
ingratiatory16

Coaxing - as a verb

To fondle, kid, pet, tease.

To wheedle, persuade (a person, organisation, animal etc.) gradually or by use of flattery to do something.

Example: "He coaxed the horse gently into the trailer."

To carefully manipulate into a particular desired state, situation or position.

Example: "They coaxed the rope through the pipe."

Example Sentences

"Her coaxing eventually convinced him to try the new restaurant."
"The teacher used coaxing to get the shy student to participate in class."
"His coaxing was necessary to calm down the scared dog."
"The parent's coaxing was successful in getting their child to go to bed."
"The salesman's coaxing led the customer to make the purchase."
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Word Game Points

Is COAXING a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, coaxing is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

COAXING has a SCRABBLE points total of 17.

Is COAXING a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, coaxing is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
COAXING has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 20.

Is COAXING a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, coaxing is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
COAXING has a WORDFEUD points total of 15.

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