Spell Bee Word: convicts

Basic Details

Word: Convicts

Part of Speech: Noun

Meaning: People who have been found guilty of a crime and sent to prison.

Synonyms: Prisoners, inmates, felons

Antonyms: Free citizens, law-abiding individuals

Idioms and Phrases

1. Convict one's conscience: To feel guilty or troubled about something one has done or neglected to do. Example: "He couldn't enjoy the celebration, as he was convicting his conscience for not helping his friend."
2. Convict in the court of public opinion: To be judged or condemned by the general public based on opinion rather than legal findings. Example: "Even though he was cleared of all charges, the media had already convicted him in the court of public opinion."

Usage Examples

Example 1: The convicts in the correctional facility took part in educational programs to help them reintegrate into society.

Example 2: The documentary focused on the lives of convicts and their journey towards rehabilitation.

Example 3: After serving his sentence, the convict was released and determined to turn his life around.

Fun Fact

The term "convict" comes from the Latin word "convictus," meaning "to be found guilty" or "to conquer." This shows how the word has a long history related to judgement and legality.

Famous Quote

"The only thing worse than a convict is a convict that doesn't want to change." - Unknown

Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)

1. What does "convicts" mean?

a) People who are innocent
b) People who have been found guilty of a crime
c) People who are doctors
d) People who are teachers

Answer: b) People who have been found guilty of a crime

2. Which of these is a synonym of "convicts"?

a) Lawyers
b) Inmates
c) Teachers
d) Engineers

Answer: b) Inmates

3. What is an antonym of "convicts"?

a) Inmates
b) Free citizens
c) Prisoners
d) Offenders

Answer: b) Free citizens

4. Which sentence uses "convicts" correctly?

a) The convicts enjoyed their time at the local park.
b) The convicts learned new skills to help them after imprisonment.
c) The convicts were planning a vacation.
d) The convicts helped to build a new school.

Answer: b) The convicts learned new skills to help them after imprisonment.

5. What does "convict one's conscience" mean?

a) To feel happy about one’s choices
b) To feel guilty about something
c) To ignore one’s feelings
d) To be praised publicly

Answer: b) To feel guilty about something