conviction conviction /kənˈvɪkʃən/

noun

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