skepticism — an attitude of doubt or a disposition to incredulity either in general or toward a particular object
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: an attitude of doubt or a disposition to incredulity either in general or toward a particular object
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈskeptɪsɪzəm/
Example Sentences
- The politician's promises were met with widespread skepticism after his previous scandals.
- My grandmother's skepticism about smartphones disappeared when she discovered online shopping.
- The scientist approached the extraordinary claims with healthy skepticism.
skepticism
NOUN[/ˈskeptɪsɪzəm/]
an attitude of doubt or a disposition to incredulity either in general or toward a particular object
Doubtful attitude toward sales pitch
Between skepticism and criticism, he reaches for optimism.
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“The politician's promises were met with widespread skepticism after his previous scandals.”
“My grandmother's skepticism about smartphones disappeared when she discovered online shopping.”
“The scientist approached the extraordinary claims with healthy skepticism.”
“His initial skepticism about pineapple on pizza turned into obsession after one bite.”
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