Pronunciation: /kənˈvɪnst/
verb to cause someone to believe firmly in the truth of something
A1 I am convinced that the sun rises in the east.
A2 She convinced her friend to try the new restaurant.
B1 After seeing the evidence, I was convinced of his innocence.
B2 The salesman convinced me to buy the more expensive model.
C1 The politician's speech convinced many voters to support her campaign.
C2 The lawyer's argument was so convincing that the jury was convinced of the defendant's guilt.
adjective having been persuaded to believe something
A1 I am convinced that the sun rises in the east.
A2 She was convinced that her friend would come to the party.
B1 After seeing the evidence, he was convinced of the suspect's guilt.
B2 The scientist was convinced that his theory was correct after conducting multiple experiments.
C1 Having studied the data extensively, the researcher was thoroughly convinced of the validity of the results.
C2 The jury was convinced beyond a reasonable doubt of the defendant's innocence.
formal After presenting all the evidence, the jury was convinced of the defendant's guilt.
informal I finally convinced my friends to try the new restaurant in town.
slang She really knows how to convince people to do what she wants.
figurative The breathtaking view from the top of the mountain convinced me that nature is truly awe-inspiring.
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