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- DictionarySkep·ti·cal/ˈskeptək(ə)l/
adjective
- 1. not easily convinced; having doubts or reservations: "the public were deeply skeptical about some of the proposals"
- 2. relating to the theory that certain knowledge is impossible.
The meaning of SKEPTICAL is relating to, characteristic of, or marked by skepticism. How to use skeptical in a sentence.
doubting that something is true or useful: Many experts remain skeptical about/of his claims. Fewer examples. I'm a bit skeptical about his chances of success. I take a more skeptical view. Dan thinks it will all work out but I remain skeptical. Ruth is convinced that it's a good idea but I'm deeply skeptical.
doubtful about a particular thing: My teacher thinks I can get a scholarship, but I'm skeptical. showing doubt: a skeptical smile. denying or questioning the tenets of a religion: a skeptical approach to the nature of miracles. Synonyms: unbelieving. (initial capital letter) of or relating to Skeptics or Skepticism.
doubting that something is true or useful: Many experts remain skeptical about/of his claims. Fewer examples. I'm a bit skeptical about his chances of success. I take a more skeptical view. Dan thinks it will all work out but I remain skeptical. Ruth is convinced that it's a good idea but I'm deeply skeptical.
adjective. marked by or given to doubt. “a skeptical attitude”. “a skeptical listener”. synonyms: doubting, questioning, sceptical. distrustful. having or showing distrust. adjective. denying or questioning the tenets of especially a religion.
The meaning of SKEPTICISM is an attitude of doubt or a disposition to incredulity either in general or toward a particular object. How to use skepticism in a sentence. Synonym Discussion of Skepticism.
The meaning of SKEPTIC is an adherent or advocate of skepticism. How to use skeptic in a sentence.
