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sceptical

 

[ ˈskep.tɪ.kəl ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

feeling doubtful or questioning

Having or expressing doubt or skepticism; questioning the validity or truth of something.

Synonyms

cynical, disbelieving, doubtful, questioning

Examples of usage

  • I am sceptical about the new government's promises.
  • She was sceptical of his intentions.
  • Don't be so sceptical, give it a chance.
  • His sceptical attitude towards the project caused delays.
  • The scientist approached the new theory with a sceptical eye.

Translations

Translations of the word "sceptical" in other languages:

🇵🇹 cético

🇮🇳 संदेहास्पद

🇩🇪 skeptisch

🇮🇩 skeptis

🇺🇦 скептичний

🇵🇱 sceptyczny

🇯🇵 懐疑的

🇫🇷 sceptique

🇪🇸 escéptico

🇹🇷 şüpheci

🇰🇷 회의적인

🇸🇦 مشكك

🇨🇿 skeptický

🇸🇰 skeptický

🇨🇳 怀疑的

🇸🇮 skeptičen

🇮🇸 efins

🇰🇿 күмәншіл

🇬🇪 სკეპტიკური

🇦🇿 şübhəli

🇲🇽 escéptico

Etymology

The word 'sceptical' originates from the Greek word 'skeptikos', meaning 'inquiring' or 'reflective'. It was first used in English in the late 16th century to describe a person who questions or doubts accepted opinions or beliefs. The term has evolved over the centuries to encompass a range of attitudes from mild doubt to outright disbelief.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #14,851, this word is part of sophisticated English vocabulary. It's useful for academic or professional contexts where precise language is needed.