Conviction and Hesitancy

Opposite meaning words

Conviction noun - A state of mind in which one is free from doubt.

Usage example: spoke with conviction about her political beliefs

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Hesitancy is an antonym for conviction.

Nearby Words: convict, convicted, convicting

Hesitancy noun - A lack of willingness or desire to do or accept something.

Usage example: his appointment to the superintendency was confirmed by the school board without the least hesitancy

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Conviction is an antonym for hesitancy.

initial conviction

initial hesitancy

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