as in skeptical
not feeling sure about the truth, wisdom, or trustworthiness of someone or something
unconvinced that the prosecution had proven guilt beyond a reasonable doubt
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Recent Examples of unconvinced
Kramer is unconvinced that a semen analysis would be worth doing just to assess a man’s baseline fertility, without thinking about the broader biomarker concept, so that any issues can be addressed ahead of his trying to conceive.
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Annalisa Merelli, STAT, 19 Feb. 2026
In the Colorado case, brought by a group of schools in the Centennial State, the judge was unconvinced by the claims that the new DHS policy led to decreased attendance at the schools.
—Jack Birle, The Washington Examiner, 4 Feb. 2026
Still unconvinced about closing your doors at night?
—Mary Cornetta, Better Homes & Gardens, 21 Jan. 2026
Among the players unconvinced by Alonso’s footballing ideas and personal approach were Vinicius Jr, Jude Bellingham and Federico Valverde.
—Mario Cortegana, New York Times, 15 Jan. 2026
See All Example Sentences for unconvinced
Annalisa Merelli, STAT, 19 Feb. 2026
In the Colorado case, brought by a group of schools in the Centennial State, the judge was unconvinced by the claims that the new DHS policy led to decreased attendance at the schools.
—Jack Birle, The Washington Examiner, 4 Feb. 2026
Still unconvinced about closing your doors at night?
—Mary Cornetta, Better Homes & Gardens, 21 Jan. 2026
Among the players unconvinced by Alonso’s footballing ideas and personal approach were Vinicius Jr, Jude Bellingham and Federico Valverde.
—Mario Cortegana, New York Times, 15 Jan. 2026
See All Example Sentences for unconvinced
Recent Examples of Synonyms for unconvinced
Adjective
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Judge Paul Friedman appeared skeptical of government claims that the policy is necessary for national security.—
Michael Kunzelman,
Los Angeles Times,
7 Mar. 2026
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There were skeptical voices at MWC, pointing out the failures of AI projects as well as the opportunities.—
Kamal Ahmed,
Fortune,
6 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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These delicate items can’t be tossed in the washing machine, which leaves many people unsure how to clean them.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
5 Mar. 2026
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Adults who are unsure can check vaccination records or consult with their health care provider.—
Katia Hetter,
CNN Money,
5 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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Cavello said the mayor was in contact with the police commissioner and receiving information on the protest, counterprotest and the suspicious devices.—
Mark Crudele,
ABC News,
7 Mar. 2026
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The Mayor has spoken with Police Commissioner Tisch, and the NYPD is actively investigating the protest, counter-protest, and suspicious devices discovered outside Gracie Mansion.—
Andrew Ramos,
CBS News,
7 Mar. 2026
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“Unconvinced.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/unconvinced. Accessed 11 Mar. 2026.
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