CEFR C1

cynical

adjective

Meaning

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

Examples

Her cynical view of politics made her unwilling to vote.
He has a cynical attitude towards anyone who tries to help others.

Synonyms: skeptical, pessimistic, distrustful, jaded, misanthropic

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cynical (C1)

adjective

Pronunciation: /ˈsɪnɪkl/

Definition

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

Examples

Her cynical view of politics made her unwilling to vote.
He has a cynical attitude towards anyone who tries to help others.
It's easy to be cynical when you see so much corruption in the world.

How to Use cynical

cynical about (prepositional phrase): Doubting or distrusting something specific. — "They are cynical about the chances of peace."

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