Read the excerpt and the dictionary entry for the word influence.

(15) I was grieved and offended at the time, but I can understand now the influence primarily working against Boston.

Influence

noun

1. an effect of something or someone on another

2. corrupt interference for personal gain

3. power due to ability, position or wealth

4. an ethereal fluid affecting someone's actions

Which definition is correct for how influence is used in this sentence?

A.
definition 3
B.
definition 2
C.
definition 1
D.
definition 4