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mistrustful

Mistrustful (adj) means having mistrust, lacking trust (in someone or something).

adj
1
Having mistrust, lacking trust (in someone or something).
2
Expressing or showing a lack of trust.
3
Having a suspicion, imagining or supposing (that something undesirable is the case).
4
Causing mistrust, suspicions, or forebodings.
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Etymology

From mistrust + -ful.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the meaning of mistrustful?

"mistrustful" (adj) means having mistrust, lacking trust (in someone or something).

What are the different meanings of mistrustful?

"mistrustful" has 3 main meanings: 1. Having mistrust, lacking trust (in someone or something); 2. Expressing or showing a lack of trust; 3. Having a suspicion, imagining or supposing (that something undesirable is the case).

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