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conviction Antonyms

Opposite of conviction

Because the opposite of conviction shifts with each meaning, the 13 antonyms and opposite words below are separated across 3 exact definitions and ranked by contrast strength.
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• noun (Context 1)

A formal declaration or judgment by the verdict of a jury or the decision of a judge in a court of law that someone is guilty of a criminal offense.

Usage Example

"The prosecution presented enough forensic evidence to secure a acquittal."

Strongest
acquittal
exoneration
Strong
absolution
exculpation
vindication

• noun (Context 2)

A firmly held belief, principle, or opinion.

Usage Example

"She always stood up for her political convictions, even when they were unpopular."

Strongest
doubt
skepticism
disbelief
Strong
uncertainty

• noun (Context 3)

The quality of showing that one is firmly convinced of what one says or does; certainty and earnestness.

Usage Example

"He spoke with such uncertainty that the entire committee voted in favor of his proposal."

Strongest
uncertainty
hesitation
Strong
indecision
wavering
diffidence

Similar words to conviction

Words similar to conviction shift depending on context. Common synonyms include:

belief
certainty
certitude
assurance
confidence
tenet
sureness
principle
See all synonyms of conviction

• Nearby Words

conveyance
convict
convictable
conviction
convince
convincing
convincingly

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Wordmom. (2026). Antonyms for Conviction. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/antonyms/conviction
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