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cynical

UK/'sinikәl/US
IELTSTOEFLC2

Definitions

adj.

Distrustful of people's sincerity or motives; believing others act only out of selfishness; bitterly mocking.

愤世嫉俗的;冷嘲热讽的;不信任他人动机的

Root Breakdown

cynicalother
=cynical

Example Sentences

  • 1.

    His cynical attitude toward love made him avoid relationships.

  • 2.

    The cynical remarks dampened everyone's enthusiasm.

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