Skepticism
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈskɛp.tɪˌsɪ.zəm/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Skepticism is a noun meaning (philosophy) The practice or philosophy of being a skeptic.
Meaning
(philosophy) The practice or philosophy of being a skeptic.
More Meanings
- (philosophy) A studied attitude of questioning and doubt.
- (philosophy) The doctrine that absolute knowledge is not possible.
- A methodology that starts from a neutral standpoint and aims to acquire certainty through scientific or logical observation.
- Doubt or disbelief of religious doctrines.
Example Sentences
Ever since El Martinez started asking to be called by the gender-neutral pronouns “they/them” in the ninth grade, they have fielded skepticism in a variety of forms and from a multitude of sources about what it means to identify as nonbinary.
Word Forms
- skepticisms
Synonyms for skepticism
Depending on context, synonyms include incredulity, disbelief, scepticism, agnosticism.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include scepticism, incredulity, disbelief, agnosticism, mistrust, distrust.
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