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skeptical

[skep-ti-kuhl] / ˈskɛp tɪ kəl /
ADJECTIVE
disbelieving, leery
Synonyms
STRONGEST
doubtful dubious incredulous mistrustful suspicious unconvinced
WEAK
agnostic aporetic cynical dissenting doubting freethinking hesitating questioning quizzical scoffing show-me unbelieving
Antonyms
STRONGEST
believing certain clear convinced definite sure trustworthy trusty unquestionable
WEAK
devoted undoubting

Example Sentences

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Evercore ISI analyst Amit Daryanani wrote in a note on Tuesday that he is skeptical about the report.

From Barron's • Apr. 7, 2026

Some current and former spaceflight officials are skeptical that the Starship lander will be ready for that operation, given the amount of development work ahead and the relatively tight time frame.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 4, 2026

The Supreme Court appeared skeptical of the administration’s case.

From Salon • Apr. 4, 2026

But even some off-site construction proponents are skeptical.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 3, 2026

"It's just a chair, Patty," Maddy said, skeptical but coming to my side anyway.

From "Patina" by Jason Reynolds