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CONVINCINGLY

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 Dictionary entry overview: What does convincingly mean? 

CONVINCINGLY (adverb)
  The adverb CONVINCINGLY has 1 sense:

1. in a convincing mannerplay

  Familiarity information: CONVINCINGLY used as an adverb is very rare.


 Dictionary entry details 


CONVINCINGLY (adverb)


Sense 1

Meaning:

In a convincing manner

Context example:

he argued convincingly

Antonym:

unconvincingly (in an unconvincing manner)

Pertainym:

convincing (causing one to believe the truth of something)


 Context examples 


I was proud that it did mean something to me, and for the first time in a weary while I was convincingly conscious of a superiority over him.

(The Sea-Wolf, by Jack London)

The consumption of sugary drinks has increased worldwide during the last few decades and is convincingly associated with the risk of obesity, which in turn is recognised as a strong risk factor for many cancers.

(Possible link found between sugary drinks, cancer, The Titi Tudorancea Bulletin)



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