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mistrust

/mɪsˈtrʌst/ noun · British & US
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What does mistrust mean?

noun

A feeling of distrust; lack of confidence or faith in someone or something. A feeling of doubt or suspicion about the reliability or honesty of someone or something.

Example

"The politician's scandalous past had created a deep mistrust among the public."

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