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conviction

Noun

IPA /kənˈvɪkʃən/

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A belief or opinion that you hold very strongly and consider true, even when other people may disagree.

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conviction/kənˈvɪkʃən/

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I strongly believe this is right
My belief remains firm

A conviction is a belief you hold strongly.

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Her conviction that neighbours should help each other shaped her daily choices.
The teacher held a firm conviction that every student could improve.

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conviction — A belief or opinion that you hold very strongly and consider true, even when other people may disagree.

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A belief or opinion that you hold very strongly and consider true, even when other people may disagree.

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Word origin

From Latin convictio, related to convincere, formed from con- and vincere, meaning to conquer.

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Common combinations include a firm conviction, a deep conviction and personal convictions.

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