conviction - definition and meaning

con·vic·tion  

Noun A formal declaration that someone is guilty of a criminal offense, made by the verdict of a jury or the decision of a judge in a court... A firmly held belief or opinion.

Synonyms belief - persuasion - condemnation - opinion - confidence

exploit : definition - meaning

ex·ploit  

Verb

Make full use of and derive benefit from (a resource): "500 companies sprang up to exploit this new technology".

Noun A bold or daring feat: "the most heroic and secretive exploits of the war".

Synonyms verb.   use - utilize - operate - milk noun.   feat - deed - achievement