English dictionary

conviction

/k/@/n'v/I/k/S//@/n/

Definitions, examples, synonyms and antonyms from WordNet 3.0.

noun

an unshakable belief in something without need for proof or evidence

noun.cognition

Synonyms article of faith strong belief

Source: WordNet 3.0
(criminal law) a final judgment of guilty in a criminal case and the punishment that is imposed

noun.act

Examples
The conviction came as no surprise.

Synonyms condemnation judgment of conviction sentence

Antonyms acquittal

Source: WordNet 3.0
The act of convicting; the act of proving, finding, or adjudging, guilty of an offense.

noun

Source: webster1913