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Incredulous

usgb/ɪnˈkredʒələs/Volume
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Emotionally Charged

Expresses strong disbelief or shock, often implies emotional involvement.

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She gave him an incredulous look when he said he had never seen the ocean.
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Often Negative

'Incredulous' usually shows a negative reaction to something perceived as unreliable or false.

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They were incredulous that he claimed to work 80 hours a week.
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Body Language

Accompanied by gestures that show surprise, like raised eyebrows or a gasp.

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Her mouth hung open, her expression incredulous, as she heard the tale.
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