Cool MateConviction
UK /["/kənˈvɪkʃn/"]/US /["/kənˈvɪkʃn/"]/
Definition
the act of finding somebody guilty of a crime in court; the fact of having been found guilty
In simple words: A strong belief or opinion.
Examples
- Her conviction for theft led to a five-year prison sentence.
- The jury’s conviction was based on the overwhelming evidence presented in court.
- He spoke with great conviction about the need for environmental reform.
- Despite criticism, her conviction in her beliefs never wavered.
- The conviction rate for violent crimes has decreased in recent years.
Usage notes
Used in discussions about beliefs, legal contexts, or strong opinions. Avoid in casual conversations unless discussing beliefs seriously.
Grammar pattern
standalone noun
Memory hint
Think of 'convince' — a strong belief that convinces you.
Collocations
- earlier
- previous
- prior
- have
- lead to
- obtain
- be based on
- rate
- on conviction
- conviction against
- conviction for
- the rate of conviction
- absolute
- complete
- total
- have
- hold
- share
- politics
- with conviction
- without conviction
- conviction about
- have the courage of your convictions
- absolute
- complete
- total
- have
- hold
- share
- politics
- with conviction
- without conviction
- conviction about
- have the courage of your convictions
Synonyms
- belief
- certainty
- faith
- persuasion
- opinion
Antonyms
- doubt
- uncertainty
- indecision
Common mistakes
- Confused with 'confidence'; they have different meanings.
- Using 'conviction' as a verb; it's only a noun.
- Mispronouncing it or stressing the wrong syllable.