Unconvinced Meaning in English
word
ˌənkənˈvɪnst
un-kuhn-VINST
ʌnkənvˈɪnst
un-kuhn-VINST
Definition
Not persuaded that something is true or right; feeling doubtful or not believing.
Usage & Nuances
Common in both spoken and written English; often used after 'remain,' 'look,' 'sound,' or 'seem.' Neutral register. Can express polite disagreement or skepticism without being rude.
Spanish: no convencido - escépticoPortuguese (BR): não convencido - céticoPortuguese (PT): não convencido - cépticoChinese (Simplified): 不信服 - 怀疑的Chinese (Traditional): 不信服 - 懷疑的Hindi: अविश्वासित - सन्देहपूर्णArabic: غير مقتنع - متشككBengali: অবিশ্বস্ত - নিশ্চিত ননRussian: неубеждённый - неуверенныйJapanese: 納得していないVietnamese: không bị thuyết phục - chưa tin tưởngKorean: 납득하지 못한 - 확신하지 않는Turkish: ikna olmamış - emin olmayanUrdu: غیر قائل - قائل نہ ہوناIndonesian: tidak yakin - belum yakin
Example Sentences
She looked unconvinced after his explanation.
basic
The teacher was unconvinced by his excuse.
basic
He is still unconvinced about the plan.
basic
After hearing all the arguments, I'm still unconvinced.
natural
She gave me an unconvinced look when I told her the story.
natural
You sound unconvinced—do you want more information?
natural