influence 意味

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.
1. 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 ourselves to become so reliant on them – and who, if anyone, is policing their use.

Many genes with reproductive roles also have antibacterial and immune functions, which indicate that the threat of microbial attack on the sperm or egg may be a major influence on rapid evolution during reproduction.

VT To affect by gentle action; to exert an influence upon; to modify, bias, or sway; to persuade or induce.
1. The politician wants to influence the public.
2. I must admit that this book influenced my outlook on life.

VI To exert, make use of one's influence.

VT OBS To cause to flow in or into; infuse; instill.

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文の途中で使用される
- But I do know what sex ze is. It used to influence me. But now I talk to hir like a normal person. I mean, without thinking about what ze is.
- That such weight and influence be put thereby into the hands of the squiralty of my kingdom. — Sterne.
- Out of all the factors that can influence a person's decision, none can match the power of his or her own volition.
文の終わに使われる
- They may be a rock band, but their retro style shows a heavy Motown influence.
- The investigation tending to negate any supernatural influences.

Definition of influence in English Dictionary