cynical
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Britannica Dictionary definition of CYNICAL
[more cynical; most cynical]
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believing that people are generally selfish and dishonest
— often + about
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Cynical people say there is no such thing as true love.
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People are so cynical nowadays.
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She's become more cynical in her old age.
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He's cynical about marriage.
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Many young people today are cynical about politics.
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selfish and dishonest in a way that shows no concern about treating other people fairly
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Some people regard the governor's visit to the hospital as a cynical attempt to win votes.
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We live in a cruel, cynical [=uncaring] world.
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The character talks cynically about love.
