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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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“The likelihood of a prolonged period of higher energy prices, decelerating credit card data and channel checks have investors skeptical on how inelastic air travel demand can be,” he added.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 5, 2026

Others are more skeptical that Blanche’s tenure will mark much of a shift from his predecessor.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 4, 2026

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

From Salon • Apr. 4, 2026

The draft resolution has been molded in a bid to rally several countries that have appeared skeptical, including Russia, China and France.

From Barron's • Apr. 3, 2026

I’m skeptical, so I climb down and move to the side of the house, crouching behind a hedge where I can see him at the front door.

From "Dry" by Neal Shusterman and Jarrod Shusterman