cynical
/ˈsɪnɪkəl/
adjective
- Believing that people are motivated only by self-interest; distrustful of others' sincerity or goodness.
- He gave a cynical laugh when I said the company cared about its workers.
- After being lied to so many times, she became cynical about politicians.
- Many young people feel cynical about promises of quick wealth.
- Showing a lack of respect for accepted standards of honesty or morality, often in a clever or mocking way.
- The movie's cynical humor made fun of everyone's good intentions.
- It was a cynical move to raise prices right before the storm.
- Her cynical remark about charity work offended the volunteers.
- Expecting the worst possible outcome in any situation; pessimistic.
- With a cynical outlook, he predicted the project would fail.
- She is so cynical that she never believes good news.
- His cynical attitude made it hard for the team to stay motivated.
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