Convencida (en. Convinced)

/konβenˈθiða/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
adjective
The state of someone who has a firm belief or confidence about something.
She is convinced that the right decision was the one they made.
Ella está convencida de que la decisión correcta fue la que tomaron.
Someone who has been persuaded or convinced of an idea or proposal.
After the discussion, he felt convinced by the arguments presented.
Después de la discusión, él se sintió convencido de los argumentos presentados.

Etymology

Derives from the verb 'convencer', which comes from the Latin 'convincere'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to be convinced
To have certainty about something.
estar convencida
convinced of her truth
To be sure of the truthfulness of a statement or belief.
convencida de su verdad
to speak convincingly
To express ideas with confidence and certainty.
hablar convencidamente

Related Words

to convince
To persuade someone to adopt an opinion or act in a certain way.
convencer
conventional
That follows established norms or usages.
convencional
conviction
The firmness or certainty of a belief or idea.
convicción

Slang Meanings

To be very sure about something.
She is convinced that she will win the competition.
Ella está convencida de que ganará la competencia.
To believe 100% in an idea.
I am convinced that this strategy will work.
Estoy convencida de que esta estrategia funcionará.