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cynical

/sɪnˈsɪkəl/ adjective · British & US
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What does cynical mean?

adjective

Having a contemptuous attitude; believing that people are motivated by selfishness; having a negative or skeptical outlook on life.

Example

"The cynical politician was accused of being dishonest with the public."

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