De overtuiging
Example: Hij leeft volgens de overtuiging dat eerlijkheid belangrijk is.
Definition
"De overtuiging" refers to a firmly held belief or conviction, especially in a philosophical context. It represents a strong acceptance of a particular idea or principle, such as living according to the belief that honesty is important.
Etymology
The Dutch word "de overtuiging" comes from the verb 'overtuigen,' which means 'to convince.' It evolved from the idea of being convinced or persuaded about something, reflecting a state of firm belief. Did you know that its root is related to the Latin 'convincere,' meaning 'to overcome or prove wrong'?
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"De overtuiging" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - Philosophy - (A2) - set 1", containing 105 commonly used words.
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