Definition

Having been found guilty of a crime again after a previous conviction.

Example

After being reconvicted for a similar offense, he faced a longer sentence this time.

Conversation

Did you hear about that guy who got reconvicted last week?

No way! What did he do this time?

Apparently, he got caught for the same crime again.

That's crazy! You'd think he'd learn his lesson.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Reconvicted → It is formed from "re-" (meaning again) and "convictus" (from Latin, meaning to conquer or overcome, specifically in a legal sense to declare someone guilty). The word "reconvicted" means to be declared guilty again after a previous conviction.

Memory Tip

Think of being declared guilty 'again' ('re-') after having already been found guilty before.

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