A convicção
Example: Tenho a convicção de que ele vai ajudar.
Definition
"A convicção" refers to a firmly held belief or opinion, especially one that is deeply rooted and influences a person's thoughts or actions. In philosophy, it denotes the strong assurance or certainty someone has about a particular truth or idea.
Etymology
The word "a convicção" comes from the Latin 'convictio,' meaning 'proof' or 'conviction.' It evolved through Old Portuguese to describe a state of being convinced or certain about something. Did you know that it shares roots with the English word 'conviction,' highlighting a shared linguistic history?
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