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conviction

UK
/kənˈvɪkʃən/
US
/kənˈvɪkʃən/

Translations

convictionnoun
convictions
pl
UK
/kənˈvɪkʃən/
US
/kənˈvɪkʃən/
convictionSens de croyance ferme, opinion profondément ancrée.
Her conviction that education can change lives inspired her to become a teacher.
Sa conviction que l'éducation peut changer des vies l'a poussée à devenir enseignante.
condamnationSens juridique.
The conviction of the defendant was announced after a lengthy trial.
La condamnation du défendeur a été annoncée après un long procès.
Synonyms
belief
certainty
confidence
faith
assurance
persuasion
view
opinion
sentiment
convictionadjective
UK
/kənˈvɪk.ʃən/
US
/kənˈvɪk.ʃən/
Attributive use only; not normally gradable
Additional translations
de convictionEmploi attributif rare pour exprimer un engagement ferme ou des principes solides.

Definitions

convictionnoun
A formal declaration that someone is guilty of a criminal offense, made by the verdict of a jury or the decision of a judge in a court of law.
The conviction of the defendant was announced after a lengthy trial.
A firmly held belief or opinion.
Her conviction that education can change lives inspired her to become a teacher.
convictionadjective
Characterized by or based on firmly held beliefs or principles.
Voters preferred a conviction leader who would not compromise on core values.
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