Meaning & Definition of word "Convinced"
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.