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Vocabulary Entry
convict
|noun • verb • adjective
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N
noun
A person who has been found guilty of a crime and sentenced.
Example Sentences
"The convict was serving time for robbery."
"Many convicts struggle to reintegrate into society after their release."
"The documentary focused on the lives of several convicts in prison."
V
verb
To declare someone to be guilty of a crime by a legal process.
Example Sentences
"The jury will convict the defendant if they find sufficient evidence."
"He was convicted of fraud and sentenced to five years in prison."
"There were doubts about whether the evidence was strong enough to convict her."
A
adjective
Relating to or being a person who has been convicted of a crime.
Example Sentences
"He felt that having a convict record would limit his job opportunities."
"The organization helps convict individuals find rehabilitation programs."
"Convict individuals often face stigma in their communities."