conviction vs vindication

conviction

noun
  • The state of being found or proved guilty. 

  • A judgement of guilt in a court of law. 

  • The state of being wholly convinced. 

  • A firmly held belief. 

vindication

noun
  • The act of vindicating or the state of being vindicated. 

  • Evidence, facts, statements, or arguments that justify a claim or belief. 

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