Win over
verb
To gain the support or favor of someone.
The politician was able to win over the undecided voters with his passionate speech.
Often appears as...
- win over support
- win over voters
verb
To cause someone to become enthusiastic or convinced.
He was skeptical at first, but the salesperson managed to win him over with her detailed demonstration.
Often appears as...
- win someone over
- win over with argument
verb
To make someone like you or agree with you, especially when initially reluctant.
Despite their differences, the two became friends when Alice managed to win Margaret over with her kindness.
Often appears as...
- win someone over with kindness/charm
- win over trust
verb
To gain the support or favor of someone.
The politician was able to win over the undecided voters with his passionate speech.
Often appears as...
- win over support
- win over voters
verb
To cause someone to become enthusiastic or convinced.
He was skeptical at first, but the salesperson managed to win him over with her detailed demonstration.
Often appears as...
- win someone over
- win over with argument
verb
To make someone like you or agree with you, especially when initially reluctant.
Despite their differences, the two became friends when Alice managed to win Margaret over with her kindness.
Often appears as...
- win someone over with kindness/charm
- win over trust
Definition 1 of 3
Pro Tip 1/2Political Context
Often used when discussing politicians or campaigns that try to appeal to voters.
The candidate worked hard to win over the middle-class demographic.
Pro Tip 2/2Emotional Appeal
May imply using emotional arguments or personal charisma, not just facts.
Her personal story helped her win over the crowd at the fundraiser.
Pro Tip 1/2Political Context
Often used when discussing politicians or campaigns that try to appeal to voters.
The candidate worked hard to win over the middle-class demographic.
Pro Tip 2/2Emotional Appeal
May imply using emotional arguments or personal charisma, not just facts.
Her personal story helped her win over the crowd at the fundraiser.
Pro Tip 1/2Political Context
Often used when discussing politicians or campaigns that try to appeal to voters.
The candidate worked hard to win over the middle-class demographic.
Pro Tip 2/2Emotional Appeal
May imply using emotional arguments or personal charisma, not just facts.
Her personal story helped her win over the crowd at the fundraiser.
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