The conviction
Example: The conviction that honesty is important guides my actions.
Definition
"The conviction" in philosophy refers to a firmly held belief or opinion that someone accepts as true, often without needing proof. It influences decisions and behavior, such as in the example phrase, where the conviction that honesty matters guides actions consistently.
Etymology
The word "conviction" comes from the Latin 'convictionem,' meaning 'a convicting' or 'proof of guilt.' Originally used in a legal sense, it evolved to denote a firm belief or certainty, reflecting how strongly one holds an idea, much like being 'convicted' of a truth.
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"The conviction" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - Philosophy - (A1) - set 1", containing 112 commonly used words.
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