Convaincus (en. Convinced)
/kɔ̃vɛ̃ky/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishFrench
adjective
Who has been persuaded of something.
They are convinced that their project will succeed.
Ils sont convaincus que leur projet réussira.
Who has certainty of an idea or opinion.
She is convinced that ecology is essential.
Elle est convaincue que l'écologie est essentielle.
State of mind of those who firmly believe in a conviction.
The believers in this doctrine meet every week.
Les convaincus de cette doctrine se réunissent chaque semaine.
Etymology
From the verb 'convaincre', which comes from the Latin 'convincere'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
to be convinced of something
Having a strong certainty or belief in an idea.
être convaincu de quelque chose
to convince someone
To persuade a person to accept a certain opinion.
convaincre quelqu'un
convinced without evidence
To be convinced of an idea despite the absence of evidence.
convaincus sans preuves
Related Words
conviction
Certainty based on principles or beliefs.
conviction
persuasion
Action of convincing someone through arguments.
persuasion
belief
Acceptance of an idea as true without definitive proof.
croyance
Slang Meanings
Fervent believers
They are true believers in their cause.
Ils sont de véritables convaincus de leur cause.
Fanatic
This group is very fanatical about its ideas.
Ce groupe est très fana de ses idées.