Meaning & Definition of word "Convinced"

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    Convinced

    /kənˈvɪn(t)st/

    verb:

    • 1. Having been persuade or assured of something.
      • Example: She was convinced that the project would be successful after seeing the detailed plan.
    • 2. To have made someone believe something.
      • Example: The lawyer convinced the jury of her client's innocence.
    • 3. To be firmly persuaded or assured.
      • Example: He was convinced that he was right, despite the evidence to the contrary.

    adjective:

    • 1. Having been persuaded.
      • Example: The convinced voters supported the candidate wholeheartedly.

    Etymology

    From Middle English 'convince', from Old French 'convencier', from Latin 'convincere', meaning 'to conquer, overcome'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    convinced of:

    Having a firm belief in something.

    be convinced:

    To reach a strong belief or certainty.

    convinced me:

    Influenced me to accept a belief or idea.

    Related Words

    convince:

    To persuade someone to believe or do something.

    conviction:

    A firmly held belief or opinion.

    convincedly:

    In a manner that shows no doubt or uncertainty.

    Slang Meanings of convinced

    Meaning: sold on

    Example Sentence: I'm sold on the idea of going to the beach this weekend.

    Meaning: in the bag

    Example Sentence: Once he explained it, I was in the bag for the new project.