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Vocabulary Entry
conviction
|noun • noun • verb
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N
noun
A firmly held belief or opinion.
Example Sentences
"She has a deep conviction that honesty is the best policy."
"His strong conviction about the need for change inspired others to join his cause."
"Despite the challenges, her conviction remained unshaken."
N
noun
The act of finding someone guilty of a crime in a court of law.
Example Sentences
"The conviction of the suspect was celebrated by the community."
"After a lengthy trial, the jury reached a conviction."
"He served five years in prison following his conviction for theft."
V
verb
To declare someone guilty of a crime.
Example Sentences
"The jury decided to convict the defendant based on the evidence presented."
"She was convicted of fraud and sentenced to five years in prison."
"The lawyer worked tirelessly to prevent the judge from convicting her client."