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/ˌʌn.kənˈvɪnsɪŋ/ · un.con.vin.cing
adjective
  1. Not convincing, plausible, or believable. The detective's unconvincing alibi raised suspicions.
verb
  1. To cause to abandon a conviction. The new evidence unconvincingly changed the witness's testimony.
Did you know? The word 'unconvincing' is often used in literature and film to describe a character's attempt to deceive or manipulate others, highlighting the importance of credibility in storytelling.
Written by Lexi Wordsworth, Dictionary Editor 0 lookups Added Jul 15, 2026