cynicism — an attitude of scornful or jaded negativity, especially a general distrust of the integrity or professed motives of others
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: an attitude of scornful or jaded negativity, especially a general distrust of the integrity or professed motives of others
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈsɪnɪsɪzəm/
Korean meaning: 냉소주의; 타인의 동기나 진실성에 대한 전반적인 불신과 부정적인 태도
Korean pronunciation: **시**니시즘
Example Sentences
- After being scammed three times online, Sarah's cynicism toward internet shopping reached new heights.
- His cynicism was so intense that he questioned whether free samples at the grocery store were really free.
- The teacher's cynicism about student excuses was well-founded after hearing 'my dog ate my homework' for the fifth time.
cynicism
NOUN//ˈsɪnɪsɪzəm//
an attitude of scornful or jaded negativity, especially a general distrust of the integrity or professed motives of others
a scowling customer rolls their eyes and waves dismissively at a cheerful barista who is offering a free sample pastry with a genuine smile. The customer crosses their arms and turns away, convinced the barista has ulterior motives for the kind gesture. The barista's face falls with disappointment as their sincere offer gets rejected with suspicion. Other customers nearby look uncomfortable witnessing the harsh dismissal of genuine kindness. The barista slowly pulls back the offered pastry, confused by the hostile reaction to their goodwill. an attitude of scornful negativity and general distrust of others' genuine motives
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Origin
From Greek 'kynikos' meaning 'dog-like,' referring to the ancient Greek Cynic philosophers who lived roughly like dogs, rejecting social conventions and material possessions.
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📝Examples
“After being scammed three times online, Sarah's cynicism toward internet shopping reached new heights.”
“His cynicism was so intense that he questioned whether free samples at the grocery store were really free.”
“The teacher's cynicism about student excuses was well-founded after hearing 'my dog ate my homework' for the fifth time.”
“The journalist's cynicism toward corporate promises helped her uncover several major scandals.”
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