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cajoling

The word “cajoling” has 3 syllables: ca-jol-ing.

It's pronounced as /kəˈdʒoʊlɪŋ/.

What is synonym and antonym for cajoling?

In the thesaurus, “cajoling” has 3 synonyms and 6 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for cajoling along with examples of usage in sentences.

Synonyms for cajoling

  • bland
  • coaxing
  • slick

Antonyms for cajoling

  • bugging
  • harassing
  • intimidating
  • nagging
  • pestering
  • teasing

Meanings of cajoling

  • verb
    1. To persuade someone to do something which they are reluctant to do, especially by flattery or promises; to coax.
  • noun
    1. The act of one who cajoles.

Example Sentences

  • With her sweet smile and gentle tone, she's skilled at cajoling people to see things her way.
  • The children were experts at cajoling their parents into buying them treats at the store.
  • Despite his initial reluctance, he found himself cajoling his colleagues to join him for a celebratory dinner.
  • The politician was caught on tape cajoling donors for larger contributions to the campaign.
  • The teacher resorted to cajoling her students to complete their assignments on time.

On this page you'll find 9 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to cajoling, such as: bland, bugging, coaxing, harassing, intimidating, nagging, pestering.

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