26984 words

influential

3 definitions • 6 examples
1
having a lot of influence on someone or something:

Examples:

She wanted to work for a bigger and more influential (= powerful) newspaper.
influential in Johnson was influential (= important) in persuading the producers to put money into the film.
2
having a lot of influence:

Examples:

Dr. Carter is an influential member of the board.
3
able to influence someone or something:

Examples:

an influential group/figure/leader
He has managed to play an influential role in Washington for a quarter of a century.
influential in (doing) sth Foucault has been influential in helping to explain power and knowledge in organizations.

Navigation