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
- Whitemail, which also appears unfair to some, may enhance shareholder value if the outside investor is able to influence management in a more positive way than other shareholders could.
- Head-movement or biological (certain vascular- or neurodiseases or cardiac output) or anatomical (lesions, variations in Circle of Willis or vascular system) causes can also influence data analysis.
- Connolly himself proved the complete pragmatist and it lies ill in his mouth to rail against lack of creativity when his influence has contributed to it.
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