De overtuiging
Example: Ze leeft in de overtuiging dat eerlijkheid het beste is.
Definition
"De overtuiging" refers to a firmly held belief or conviction, especially one that shapes a person's thoughts or actions. It is often used in philosophical contexts to describe a deep-seated acceptance of certain truths or principles, as in living with the conviction that honesty is best.
Etymology
The word "de overtuiging" comes from the Dutch verb 'overtuigen', meaning 'to convince'. It combines 'over' (meaning 'over' or 'beyond') and 'tuigen' (related to 'to prove' or 'to argue'). Did you know? The term reflects the idea of being 'fully convinced' or 'persuaded beyond doubt', which fits perfectly with its philosophical use.
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