Vocabulary Entry

coaxing

|verb • noun

verb

To persuade someone to do something through gentle urging or flattery.

Example Sentences

"She was coaxing her shy friend to join the dance."

"He coaxed the cat out from under the couch with a treat."

"The teacher coaxed the reluctant student to share his ideas."

noun

Example Sentences

"The coaxing of the children made them more comfortable with the new environment."

"After much coaxing, he finally agreed to speak at the event."

"Her coaxing helped the puppy feel safe in its new home."