Meaning
To make someone believe, or feel sure about something, especially by using logic, argument or evidence.
Etymology
Origin: Old English
Borrowed from Latin convincō (“to refute, prove”), from con- + vincō (“to conquer, vanquish”). Doublet of convict. Displaced native Old English oferreċċan.
Synonyms & Antonyms
NYT Puzzle Appearances
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