# convinced

/kənˈvɪnst/ (US) · /kənvˈɪnst/ (UK)

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/convinced
Updated: 2026-06-19

## Senses

### 1. certain or sure

adjective · CEFR B2

completely sure that something is true or that you are doing the right thing.

For teachers: firmly persuaded or certain of the truth or validity of something. Often functions as a predicative adjective following a linking verb.

- I am convinced that we made the right decision to move house.
- Despite the lack of physical evidence, the detective remained convinced of the suspect's involvement in the conspiracy.

Usage: Commonly followed by a 'that' clause or the preposition 'of'.

### 2. past action of persuading

verb · CEFR B1

the past tense of 'convince' — when you made someone believe something in the past.

For teachers: the past tense and past participle of the transitive verb 'convince', meaning to have successfully persuaded someone.

- She finally convinced her parents to let her go on the trip.
- The marketing team convinced the board to increase the annual advertising budget by presenting a detailed analysis of projected growth.

## Examples

- I am convinced that we made the right choice.
- After seeing the evidence, the jury was convinced of the defendant's innocence.
- Despite the initial skepticism from the board, the CEO remained convinced that the merger would yield significant long-term benefits for the shareholders.

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