Skeptical
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈskɛptɪkəl/ · Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Skeptical is an adjective meaning Having, or expressing doubt; questioning.
Meaning
Having, or expressing doubt; questioning.
More Meanings
- Of or relating to philosophical skepticism or the skeptics.
Example Sentences
Tom was skeptical when Paul told him that he saw Bigfoot.
My teacher was skeptical when I told her my dog ate my homework.
I can see why people are so skeptical [sic] about him, but I think he's on to something here.
Numerous experimental tests and other observations have been offered in favor of animal mind reading, and although many scientists are skeptical, others assert that humans are not the only species capable of representing what others do and don’t perceive and know.
Synonyms for skeptical
Depending on context, synonyms include incredulous, distrustful, questioning, sceptical, doubting, disbelieving.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include sceptical, disbelieving, incredulous, unbelieving, doubting, distrustful.
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