Definition

Adjective 1. Not persuaded or certain about something; not having one's doubts removed. - Describes a state of mind where someone remains skeptical, doubtful, or not fully persuaded by an argument, evidence, or claim.

Usage

The adjective "unconvinced" describes a person's attitude or state of belief. It is typically used with a linking verb (like be, feel, remain, seem, look) and is often followed by a prepositional phrase starting with by or of, or a clause starting with that. * It is used to express that someone has heard or seen something but is not yet persuaded to agree or believe it. * It often implies a need for more or better evidence.

Examples

• With a prepositional phrase (by/of):
  • The jury was unconvinced by the lawyer's closing argument.
  • She seemed unconvinced of the need for such drastic measures.
• With a clause (that):
  • I am unconvinced that this new policy will solve the problem.
  • He remained unconvinced the plan would work.
• Standalone or with an adverb:
  • Despite the presentation, many investors were still unconvinced.
  • She listened politely but looked distinctly unconvinced.

Advanced Usage

• "To be unconvinced" can function as a more formal or nuanced alternative to simply saying "to not believe" or "to doubt." It often carries a tone of being open to persuasion but requiring more substantial proof.
  • The committee is sympathetic to the proposal but is as yet unconvinced about its financial viability.

Variants and Related Words

• Unconvincing (adj): Describes the thing that fails to persuade, not the person who is not persuaded.
  • The evidence presented was unconvincing. (The evidence was poor.)
  • The judge was unconvinced. (The judge was not persuaded.)
• Convince (v): To persuade someone to believe something or to do something.
• Convinced (adj): Completely certain or persuaded.

Synonyms

• Doubtful: Feeling uncertain about something.
• Skeptical (or Sceptical): Not easily convinced; having doubts or reservations.
• Unpersuaded: Not having been persuaded.
• Dubious: Hesitating or doubting.

Antonyms

• Convinced: Completely certain or persuaded.
• Certain: Having no doubt; sure.
• Persuaded: Caused to believe something.

Idioms and Common Phrases

• To remain unconvinced: A common phrase emphasizing that one's state of doubt persists despite arguments or evidence presented.
  • After hearing all the explanations, I remain unconvinced.

Adjective

1. lacking conviction
   • I remain unconvinced