The conviction
Example: Her conviction about fairness guides all her decisions.
Definition
"The conviction" in philosophy refers to a firmly held belief or opinion that strongly influences a person's thoughts and actions, often without requiring proof or evidence. It is a deep, unwavering certainty about a particular truth or principle.
Etymology
The word "conviction" comes from the Latin 'convictio,' meaning 'proof' or 'demonstration,' derived from 'convincere,' which means 'to conquer' or 'to prove.' Over time, it evolved to signify a strong belief or certainty within someone's mind, reflecting how a person is 'conquered' by their own firm beliefs.
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"The conviction" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - Philosophy - (A2) - set 1", containing 105 commonly used words.
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