Cynical ( adjective , noun )

(As an adjective)

Cynical ( adjective )

1. Having or showing the attitude or temper of a cynic; distrustful of human nature and motives.
2. Characterized by a general distrust of others' motives.
3. Based on or arising from cynicism.

Origin:

From greek kynikos ("like a dog"), from kyōn ("do.g")

Examples:

1. He was cynical about the motives of politicians.
2. She had a cynical attitude towards love.
3. It was a cynical ploy to win votes.
4. He was cynical about the possibility of peace.
5. The public's cynical response to the campaign was not unexpected.

(As a noun)

Cynical ( noun )

1. Having or showing the attitude or temper of a cynic; distrustful of human nature and motives.
2. Characterized by a general distrust of others' motives.
3. Based on or arising from cynicism.

Origin:

From greek kynikos ("like a dog"), from kyōn ("do.g")

Examples:

1. He was cynical about the motives of politicians.
2. She had a cynical attitude towards love.
3. It was a cynical ploy to win votes.
4. He was cynical about the possibility of peace.
5. The public's cynical response to the campaign was not unexpected.