cynic
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Noun — A person who habitually expects the worst of people and doubts their sincerity or motives.
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Etymology
From Ancient Greek kunikos, traditionally linked to kuon ("dog") because the early Cynic philosophers were mocked for their blunt, unrefined manners — though it may originally have come from the name of the gymnasium where the school first met.
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What does “cynic” mean?
The word “cynic” means a person who habitually expects the worst of people and doubts their sincerity or motives. In plain terms, someone who distrusts other people's good intentions and expects selfishness or bad outcomes.
How do you pronounce “cynic”?
“Cynic” is pronounced SIH-nihk (/ˈsɪnɪk/ in IPA).
How do you use “cynic” in a sentence?
Here is “cynic” used in a sentence: “He's such a cynic that he assumes every gift comes with strings attached.”
What part of speech is “cynic”?
Depending on how it is used, “cynic” can be a noun and a name.
Where does the word “cynic” come from?
The word “cynic” comes from Ancient Greek.
How many meanings does “cynic” have?
“Cynic” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a person who habitually expects the worst of people and doubts their sincerity or motives.