convicted (B1)

adjective

Pronunciation: /kənˈvɪktɪd/

Definition

Having been declared guilty of a criminal offense by the verdict of a jury or the decision of a court.

Examples

• He was convicted of murder and sentenced to life in prison.

• The politician was convicted of fraud and bribery.

• She was convicted on multiple counts of tax evasion.

How to Use convicted

convicted of (prepositional phrase)

To be found guilty of a specific crime. — "She was convicted of embezzlement."

Synonyms of convicted

Words with a similar meaning to convicted:

• found guilty
• sentenced
• condemned
• found liable

Antonyms of convicted

Words with the opposite meaning to convicted:

• acquitted
• exonerated

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