Both Uses of
dissuade
in
Pride and Prejudice
- Elizabeth tried hard to dissuade him from such a scheme, assuring him that Mr. Darcy would consider his addressing him without introduction as an impertinent freedom, rather than a compliment to his aunt; that it was not in the least necessary there should be any notice on either side; and that if it were, it must belong to Mr. Darcy, the superior in consequence, to begin the acquaintance.
Chpt 18dissuade = persuade someone not to do something
- You are to understand, Miss Bennet, that I came here with the determined resolution of carrying my purpose; nor will I be dissuaded from it.
Chpt 56 *dissuaded = persuaded not to do something
Definition:
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(dissuade) persuade someone not to do something