❓skepticism

Meaning

An attitude of doubt or disbelief toward claims or accepted ideas.

A skeptical attitude; doubt as to the truth of something.

Example Sentences

Her skepticism about the project grew after the failed trial.

His skepticism about new technology often makes him resistant to change.

His skepticism about the new technology delayed its implementation.

Example Expressions

healthy skepticism

Synonyms

doubt, mistrust, disbelief, uncertainty, cynicism, incredulity

Entry 1

doubt, mistrust, disbelief, uncertainty

Entry 2

doubt, cynicism, incredulity

Entry 3

doubt, mistrust

Antonyms

faith, trust, certainty, belief, confidence

Entry 1

faith, trust

Entry 2

certainty, belief, confidence

Entry 3

confidence, certainty

Collocations

skepticism about, skepticism toward, scientific skepticism, public skepticism