Convictively

/kənˈvɪktɪvli/ adverb

Definition

In a manner that convicts or serves to prove guilt; with evidence or force that establishes culpability.

Etymology

From 'convictive' plus the suffix '-ly' (in a manner). The adverb form expresses how something is done with convicting force.

Kelly Says

A lawyer might say the defendant testified 'convictively against himself'—meaning everything he said accidentally proved he was guilty, even though he was trying to claim innocence!

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