Influence is defined as the capacity or power of persons or things to produce compelling effects on others, such as affecting their actions, behavior, or opinions. It refers to the ability to have an impact on or produce changes in others through one's actions, qualities, or presence. Influence can be exerted by individuals or other entities to sway or alter the behaviors and viewpoints of people.

1. INFLUENCE
The capacity or power of persons or
things to be a compelling force on or
produce effects on the actions, behavior,
opinions, etc., of others
/ noun / verb