Meanings (ES + gloss)
influencia
The power to affect, control or manipulate something or someone; the ability to change the development of fluctuating things such as conduct, thoughts or decisions.
I have absolutely no influence over him.
The use of algorithms in policing is one example of their increasing influence on our lives. And, as their ubiquity spreads, so too does the debate around whether we should allow o…
influencia
An action exerted by a person or thing with such power on another to cause change.
I'm not able to exercise influence over him.
Terra Firma is an Alliance political party formed after the First Contact War. Its policy agenda is based on the principle that Earth must 'stand firm' against alien influences. Th…
influencia
A person or thing exerting such power or action.
He has been a great influence on the voters during the elections.
The animals were thoroughly frightened. It seemed to them as though Snowball were some kind of invisible influence, pervading the air about them and menacing them with all kinds of…
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Meanings (ES + gloss)
influenciar • influir
To have an effect on by using gentle or subtle action; to exert an influence upon; to modify, bias, or sway; to persuade or induce.
I must admit that this book influenced my outlook on life.
The politician wants to influence the public.
incidir • influir
To exert, make use of one's influence.
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