influenced
verb (past tense)UK /ˈɪnfluənst/
US /ˈɪnfluənst/
Changed how someone thinks or acts.
The sunny weather influenced our plan to have a picnic.
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OTHER MEANINGS
2. Caused something to happen in a certain way.
The cold winter influenced the price of fruit.
3. Persuaded someone to do something.
His friends influenced him to join the school band.
4. Had an effect on a result or decision.
The judge's decision was influenced by the new evidence.