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convaincu

convinced, firm in one's belief

adjective kohn-vahn-KÜ Rare

Usage Note

Convaincu is the past participle of convaincre ('to convince'), used as an adjective meaning deeply convinced or committed (un républicain convaincu — 'a committed republican'). The feminine form is convaincue. Être convaincu que + indicative expresses strong belief.

Examples

"Il est convaincu d'avoir raison."

Natural Translation

He is convinced he is right.

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