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Influential

usgb/ˌɪnfluˈenʃl/Volume
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Usage in Power Dynamics

Used to describe people who have the ability to affect decisions or actions.

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Her influential status changed the board's decision.
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Not Always Positive

Can be used for a person or thing that impacts positively or negatively.

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Influential factors led to the project's failure.
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Emotional Weight

Often suggests respect or admiration for the person's impact.

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The coach was an influential mentor to me.
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