Definition & Meaning of "conviction"in English

Conviction

a formal declaration by which someone is found guilty of a crime in a court of law

Grammatical Information

Animacy status

Abstract

Composition

Compound

Countable

singular

not gender specific

Plural form

convictions

Examples

The defendant's conviction was based on solid evidence presented during the trial.

a belief or opinion that is very strong

Examples

Despite criticism, she held onto her conviction that renewable energy is the key to a sustainable future.

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