- a variation of skeptical.
sceptical
Americanadjective
adjective
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not convinced that something is true; doubtful
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tending to mistrust people, ideas, etc, in general
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of or relating to sceptics; sceptic
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"I will say that the Iranian state media has not been a very good scribe about what's happened in the conflict thus far. So I'm extremely sceptical of this," Vance told a White House briefing.
From BBC ● Sep. 3, 2026
"Investors have learned to be sceptical," while concerns over sustainability and ethical issues add to the complexity of Shein's share sale, Deglise-Favre said.
From BBC ● Aug. 31, 2026
Some within the company had been sceptical, she added.
From Barron's ● Aug. 25, 2026
Industry experts remain sceptical, saying that even if more vessels start going through, the bulk of global shipping will remain along established lines for the foreseeable future.
From Barron's ● Aug. 22, 2026
But I’m telling you all this now to explain why I was so sceptical about their reported sighting of Ruth’s possible.
From "Never Let Me Go" by Kazuo Ishiguro
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