How do you pronounce conviction?

conviction is pronounced as /kənˈvɪkʃən/.

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conviction

⚖️conviction

noun

/kənˈvɪkʃən/

convict convince

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Meaning

a firmly held belief or opinion; the act of being found guilty of a crime

A firmly held belief or opinion.

A firmly held belief or opinion; confidence in one's beliefs or judgments.

Example Sentences

Her conviction in the cause inspired everyone around her.

She spoke with conviction, making everyone believe her.

She spoke with conviction about her goals.

Synonyms

belief, confidence, certainty, faith, assurance

Entry 1

belief, confidence, certainty, faith

Entry 2

certainty, belief, confidence

Entry 3

certainty, confidence, assurance

Antonyms

doubt, uncertainty, skepticism, hesitation

Entry 1

doubt, uncertainty, skepticism

Entry 2

doubt, hesitation, uncertainty

Entry 3

doubt, uncertainty, hesitation

Collocations

strong conviction, moral conviction, criminal conviction

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