cynical
adjective
distrusting or disparaging the motives of others; like or characteristic of a cynic.
uncynical
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a word derived from
cynical.
Example Sentences
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“She personally sets a tone which is elegant, but it’s wise and uncynical and open to feeling,” he says on the phone.
From Los Angeles Times ● Dec. 17, 2024
In an anxious American era, the show offered viewers a welcome dose of uncynical heart of hope.
From Salon ● Sep. 27, 2024
That “who cares?” can turn to uncynical amazement in an instant.
From Washington Times ● Dec. 13, 2022
In that uncynical era, few found that aspiration ironic.
From Seattle Times ● Oct. 1, 2021
And again, Flora’s heart leaped up high inside of her in a hopeful and extremely uncynical kind of way.
From "Flora & Ulysses: The Illuminated Adventures" by Kate DiCamillo
