influential

The definition of influential is someone or something that has an impact on or shapes how people act or how things occur.

(adjective)

A person who convinces others to listen and do what he suggests is an example of an influential person.

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See influential in Webster's New World College Dictionary

adjective

having or exerting influence, esp. great influence; powerful; effective

Origin: ML influentialis

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See influential in American Heritage Dictionary 4

adjective
Having or exercising influence.
noun
One that is of considerable importance or influence: sought the advice of policy influentials.

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  • inˌflu·enˈtial·ly adverb

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