noun
- the act of gently persuading someone to do something
adjective
- using gentle persuasion or flattery
Examples
- After much coaxing, the child finally agreed to eat his vegetables.
- Her coaxing voice convinced him to try the new restaurant.
- The coaxing tone of the salesperson made the offer seem irresistible.
- It took gentle coaxing to get the cat out from under the bed.
- His coaxing manner helped calm the frightened animal.
- The teacher’s coaxing approach encouraged shy students to participate.