mistrust
5 synonyms and 1 antonym for mistrust, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A lack of trust or confidence in someone or something.
Synonyms
Everyday swaps
Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
misgiving
distrustfulness
Synonyms by Meaning
1. noun
A lack of trust or confidence in someone or something.
“There's deep mistrust between the two companies.”
Opposites
How to use mistrust
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
deep mistrust
mutual mistrust
Etymology
From mis- ("wrongly") plus trust.
Full origin of mistrust →Frequently asked questions
What does “mistrust” mean?
The word “mistrust” means a lack of trust or confidence in someone or something. In plain terms, a feeling of suspicion or doubt about someone's honesty or reliability.
How do you pronounce “mistrust”?
“Mistrust” is pronounced mihs-TRUHST (/mɪsˈtɹʌst/ in IPA).
How do you use “mistrust” in a sentence?
Here is “mistrust” used in a sentence: “There's deep mistrust between the two companies.”
What is another word for “mistrust”?
Words with a similar meaning to “mistrust” include distrust.
What is the opposite of “mistrust”?
The opposite of “mistrust” — its antonyms — is trust.
What part of speech is “mistrust”?
Depending on how it is used, “mistrust” can be a noun and a verb.
Is “mistrust” a common word?
“Mistrust” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “mistrust” have?
“Mistrust” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a lack of trust or confidence in someone or something.
