Meaning of influence in English
1. an effect of one person or thing on another
The sun's influence on tides is just under half as strong as the moon's.
2. the power to change what happens, because of one’s position or wealth
He has influence with government.
3. a person or thing with such power
His parents have a strong influence on him.
1. have the power to change what happens; affect
She is easily influenced by her friends.
Weather influences the growth of watermelon.