'persuasive' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'persuasivus,' where 'per-' meant 'through' and 'suadere' meant 'to advise or urge.'

'persuasivus' transformed into the Old French word 'persuasif,' and eventually became the modern English word 'persuasive' through Middle English.

Initially, it meant 'to advise or urge thoroughly,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'convincing or able to persuade.'