the capacity to have an effect on the character, development, or behavior of someone or something

a person or thing that has great influence

एक व्यक्ति या चीज़ जो बहुत प्रभाव डालती है

English Usage: He is a strong influence in the community.

Hindi Usage: वह सामुदायिक में एक मजबूत प्रभाव है।

to have an effect on the condition or development of something

to sway or affect someone's decisions or thoughts

किसी के निर्णय या विचारों को झुकाना या प्रभावित करना

English Usage: She tried to influence the committee's decision.

Hindi Usage: उसने समिति के निर्णय को प्रभावित करने की कोशिश की।