Grammar fix
a compelling argument
persuasive argument
an argument or reason that is so convincing and forceful that it is hard to disagree with or ignore.
Hear it in context
Notice where the phrase sounds natural.
She made a compelling argument for changing the company's remote work policy.
In my opinion, the speaker presented a compelling argument against increasing university tuition fees, as she highlighted both the economic and social impacts.
Fix the pattern
One small grammar move makes it sound right.
Not: She gave a compelling argument.
Say: She made a compelling argument.
You MAKE an argument, not 'give' one.
Which sounds natural?
Tap the one a native speaker would say.
'Advanced a line of reasoning difficult to refute' is academic; 'make a compelling argument' is natural.
Build natural chunks
Words that usually travel with it.
make a compelling argument
- make a compelling argument
- a compelling case
- find it compelling
- compelling evidence