unconvincing

adjective

un·con·vinc·ing ˌən-kən-ˈvin(t)-siŋ

Synonyms of unconvincing next

: not convincing : implausible

an unconvincing argument

unconvincingly

ˌən-kən-ˈvin(t)-siŋ-lē

adverb

unconvincingness noun

Examples of unconvincing in a Sentence

His arguments for changing the rules were unconvincing. a novel with unconvincing characters

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Also not helping matters: a shout-y performance from Leonardo DiCaprio as Hoover and unconvincing old-age makeup that becomes a constant distraction in scenes set later in Hoover’s life. —

Keith Phipps, Vulture, 1 Nov. 2024 The wrap-up, on the other hand, is unconvincing and weak, an act of narrative laziness that—ironically, given Catherine’s history—borders on deceit. —

Tom Gliatto, People.com, 12 Oct. 2024 This was repeated daily, but because of other wild results, which included an autoroute penalty of at least 50% and unconvincing explanations from Peugeot, it can’t be taken seriously. —

Neil Winton, Forbes, 13 Oct. 2024 No matter how unconvincing Italy look, underestimate the Azzurri at your peril. —

Matias Grez, CNN, 24 June 2024 See all Example Sentences for unconvincing