Meaning & Definition of Conviction in English
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Conviction
/kənvɪkʃən/
noun
1. An unshakable belief in something without need for proof or evidence
synonym:
- conviction,
- strong belief,
- article of faith
2. (criminal law) a final judgment of guilty in a criminal case and the punishment that is imposed
- "The conviction came as no surprise"
synonym:
- conviction,
- judgment of conviction,
- condemnation,
- sentence
Examples of using
That experience guides my conviction that partnership between America and Islam must be based on what Islam is, not what it isn't. And I consider it part of my responsibility as President of the United States to fight against negative stereotypes of Islam wherever they appear.
Mr T (100 years old) avoided conviction for murder, but was found guilty of grievous bodily harm for having intentionally caused wounds.
An opinion is shocking only if it is a conviction.