Cajole
Etymology
From French cajoler, "to coax, wheedle," of uncertain origin. One leading theory ties it to Old French words for chattering like a caged jay — the endless, coaxing patter of a captive bird — possibly blended with a term for luring something into a cage. The origin is disputed, but the sense of sweet, insistent talk has held throughout.
verb · /kuh-JOHL/
To persuade someone by sustained flattery, coaxing, or gentle pressure.
What it names
The exact verb for winning someone over through charm and soft persistence rather than argument or force.
Example
She cajoled her brother into covering the shift with promises of dinner and a favor owed.
Related idea
Wheedle is nearly identical but connotes more flattery and slyness; to cajole can be warmer and more good-humored.
See also