influence

(noun) a power to affect persons or events especially power based on prestige etc. Example: "Used her parents' influence to get the job."

(noun) causing something without any direct or apparent effort.

(noun) a cognitive factor that tends to have an effect on what you do. Example: "Her wishes had a great influence on his thinking."

(noun) the effect of one thing (or person) on another. Example: "The influence of mechanical action."

(noun) one having power to influence another. Examples: "She was the most important influence in my life." "He was a bad influence on the children."

(verb) have and exert influence or effect. Synonyms: act upon, work. Examples: "The artist's work influenced the young painter." "She worked on her friends to support the political candidate."

(verb) shape or influence; give direction to. Synonyms: determine, shape, mold, regulate. Examples: "Experience often determines ability." "Mold public opinion."

(verb) induce into action by using one's charm. Synonyms: charm, tempt. Example: "She charmed him into giving her all his money."