Definition

The act of being convicted again after a previous conviction, often referring to a legal context.

Example

After his reconviction, he faced a longer sentence than before.

Conversation

Have you ever thought about the idea of reconviction in our beliefs?

Not really, what do you mean by that?

I guess it's like when we find new evidence that makes us believe something again.

That makes sense! It shows how our perspectives can change over time.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Reconviction → It is formed from "re-" (meaning again) and "convictio" (from Latin "convictus", meaning to conquer or overcome). The word refers to the act of being convicted again, typically in a legal context.

Memory Tip

Think of being 'convicted again' — 're-' means again, and 'convictio' relates to overcoming or conquering in a legal sense.

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