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cynical vs skeptical
The difference
| Word | Meaning | Goes with | Example |
|---|---|---|---|
| cynicaladjective/ˈsɪn.ɪ.kəl/ | Meaning believing that people care only about themselves and are rarely honest or good | Goes with cynical about | Example Years of broken promises have made many voters cynical about politics. |
| skepticaladjective/ˈskep.tɪ.kəl/ | Meaning doubting that something is true or good, and wanting more proof | Goes with skeptical about | Example I am skeptical about claims that the pill can cure everything. |
Which word fits?
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