How do you pronounce skeptic?

skeptic is pronounced as /ˈskɛptɪk/.

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skeptic

🤔skeptic

noun

/ˈskɛptɪk/

skeleton skeptical

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Meaning

A person who doubts or questions accepted beliefs or claims.

Example Sentences

The scientist was a skeptic of theories without solid evidence.

Example Expressions

healthy skeptic

Synonyms

doubter, cynic, questioner, disbeliever

Antonyms

believer, supporter

Collocations

skeptic of, healthy skeptic, skeptic community, skeptic movement

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