Unconvinced: meaning, definitions and examples
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unconvinced
[ ˌʌnkənˈvɪnst ]
feeling doubtful
Not certain about the truth or validity of something; skeptical or hesitant.
Synonyms
doubtful, hesitant, skeptical, unsure
Examples of usage
- I remained unconvinced by his explanation.
- She was unconvinced that the plan would work.
lacking belief or conviction
Not persuaded or convinced by something; having doubts or reservations.
Synonyms
disbelieving, dubious, uncertain, unpersuaded
Examples of usage
- The audience seemed unconvinced by the speaker's arguments.
- He appeared unconvinced of the benefits of the new policy.
Translations
Translations of the word "unconvinced" in other languages:
🇵🇹 não convencido
🇮🇳 अविश्वस्त
🇩🇪 nicht überzeugt
🇮🇩 tidak yakin
🇺🇦 непереконаний
🇵🇱 nieprzekonany
🇯🇵 納得していない
🇫🇷 pas convaincu
🇪🇸 no convencido
🇹🇷 ikna olmamış
🇰🇷 확신하지 않는
🇸🇦 غير مقتنع
🇨🇿 nepřesvědčený
🇸🇰 nepresvedčený
🇨🇳 不相信的
🇸🇮 neprepričan
🇮🇸 ótrúaður
🇰🇿 сенбейтін
🇬🇪 დაუჯერებელი
🇦🇿 inanmayan
🇲🇽 no convencido
Etymology
The word 'unconvinced' originates from the combination of the prefix 'un-' meaning 'not' and the word 'convinced' which comes from the Latin word 'convincere' meaning 'to prove, satisfy'. Therefore, 'unconvinced' implies a lack of being proven or satisfied with something, leading to doubt or skepticism.
See also: convince, convinced, convincing, convincingly, convincingness, unconvincing.
Word Frequency Rank
Positioned at #24,796, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.
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