sceptical
5 synonyms and 2 antonyms for sceptical, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adj — The British/Commonwealth spelling of skeptical — doubtful or unconvinced about a claim.
Synonyms
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.
disbelieving
unbelieving
Antonyms
Etymology
From "sceptic" plus the suffix "-al".
Full origin of sceptical →Frequently asked questions
What does “sceptical” mean?
The word “sceptical” means the British/Commonwealth spelling of skeptical — doubtful or unconvinced about a claim. In plain terms, not easily convinced; inclined to doubt something until there's good proof.
How do you use “sceptical” in a sentence?
Here is “sceptical” used in a sentence: “She remained sceptical about the salesman's promises.”
What part of speech is “sceptical”?
“Sceptical” is an adjective.
Is “sceptical” a common word?
“Sceptical” is an uncommon word in modern English.
