😒cynical

Meaning

Believing that people are motivated by self-interest; distrustful of human sincerity or integrity.

Example Sentences

She was cynical about the politician's promises.

Example Expressions

cynical smile

Synonyms

skeptical, distrustful, suspicious, pessimistic, sarcastic

Antonyms

trusting, optimistic, gullible

Collocations

cynical view, cynical attitude, deeply cynical, cynical smile