cynicism
Use Cynicism in a sentence
əˌsɪz noun
1.
cynical disposition, character, or belief.
2.
a cynical remark.
3.
( initial capital letter ) any of the doctrines or practices of the Cynics.
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cynicism (ˈsɪnɪˌsɪzəm) ![[Click for IPA pronunciation guide]](http://static.sfdict.com/dictstatic/g/d/dictionary_questionbutton_default.gif) | |
| —n | |
| 1. | the attitude or beliefs of a cynic |
| 2. | a cynical action, remark, idea, etc |
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| Cynicism (ˈsɪnɪˌsɪzəm) | |
| —n | |
| the doctrines of the Cynics | |
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Example sentences
Its efforts cry out for verification, but not cynicism.
To that extent, he is to blame for the cynicism his freedom talk now engenders.
It also evokes the materialism, cynicism, and narrow nationalism of the current day.
Cynics might note that the only accomplishment was an agreement to talk some more, and their cynicism may yet be confirmed.
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