conviction

US /kənˈvɪk.ʃən/
UK /kənˈvɪk.ʃən/
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1.

a formal declaration by the verdict of a jury or the decision of a judge in a court of law that someone is guilty of a criminal offense

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The jury returned a conviction after only two hours of deliberation.
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He has a previous conviction for theft.
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sentencejudgmentverdict
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acquittal
2.

a strong belief or opinion

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She spoke with deep conviction about her political views.
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He held a strong conviction that honesty was the best policy.
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beliefcreedprinciplepersuasionassurance
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convicthave the courage of your convictions