conviction meaning and definition

CONVICTION noun

Definition of conviction (noun)

1. an unshakable belief in something without need for proof or evidence
   • synonyms: article of faith, strong belief
2. (criminal law) a final judgment of guilty in a criminal case and the punishment that is imposed
   • "the conviction came as no surprise"
   • synonyms: condemnation, judgment of conviction, sentence
   • antonym: acquittal