distrust (B1)
verb
Pronunciation: [dɪsˈtrʌst]
Definition
To believe that someone or something is not honest or reliable.
Examples
I distrusted his motives from the start.
She has always distrusted people who are overly charming.
Many citizens distrust the government's ability to solve the economic crisis.
How to Use distrust
- distrust someone/something (prepositional phrase)
- To not trust a person or thing. — "I distrust that salesman because he uses high-pressure tactics."
- distrust in (prepositional phrase)
- A lack of confidence or faith in someone or something. — "There is a growing distrust in the political system."
- distrust of (prepositional phrase)
- A feeling of suspicion or doubt towards someone or something. — "His distrust of new technology was evident."
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