Sceptical
adjective
Not easily convinced that something is true.
He was sceptical about the idea.
Often appears as...
- sceptical about
- sceptical of
adjective
Having doubts or lacking belief, especially in a religious context.
He grew increasingly sceptical of the Church's teachings.
Often appears as...
- sceptical of
- become sceptical
Usage tips
Religion
adjective
Not easily convinced that something is true.
He was sceptical about the idea.
Often appears as...
- sceptical about
- sceptical of
adjective
Having doubts or lacking belief, especially in a religious context.
He grew increasingly sceptical of the Church's teachings.
Often appears as...
- sceptical of
- become sceptical
Usage tips
Religion
Definition 1 of 2
Pro Tip 1/3Expressing Doubt
Use 'sceptical' to show you question the truth or reliability of something.
I'm sceptical about these 'miracle' diet pills.
Pro Tip 2/3Conveying Caution
It suggests a cautious attitude towards accepting new ideas or proposals.
She was sceptical about signing the contract without reading the fine print.
Pro Tip 3/3Underlying Mistrust
Implies a general mistrust or questioning of accepted norms and claims.
He remained sceptical of the politician's promises.
Pro Tip 1/3Expressing Doubt
Use 'sceptical' to show you question the truth or reliability of something.
I'm sceptical about these 'miracle' diet pills.
Pro Tip 2/3Conveying Caution
It suggests a cautious attitude towards accepting new ideas or proposals.
She was sceptical about signing the contract without reading the fine print.
Pro Tip 3/3Underlying Mistrust
Implies a general mistrust or questioning of accepted norms and claims.
He remained sceptical of the politician's promises.
Pro Tip 1/3Expressing Doubt
Use 'sceptical' to show you question the truth or reliability of something.
I'm sceptical about these 'miracle' diet pills.
Pro Tip 2/3Conveying Caution
It suggests a cautious attitude towards accepting new ideas or proposals.
She was sceptical about signing the contract without reading the fine print.
Pro Tip 3/3Underlying Mistrust
Implies a general mistrust or questioning of accepted norms and claims.
He remained sceptical of the politician's promises.
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Film Crew Surrounded by...
But this one, I can't believe that, Jason. She's just utterly unfazed. So, she's definitely got the scent of this young bear coming in here and Ava is coming around the back. She's a bit more sceptical.
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Film Crew Surrounded by...
But this one, I can't believe that, Jason. She's just utterly unfazed. So, she's definitely got the scent of this young bear coming in here and Ava is coming around the back. She's a bit more sceptical.
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Quote examples
Yuval Noah Harari
Israeli Historian
As a historian, I'm sceptical about conspiracy theories because the world is far too complicated to be managed by a few billionaires drinking scotch behind some closed doors. But I do think that the voters are correct in sensing that they're really losing power. And in reaction, they give the system an angry kick.
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Arunachalam Muruganantham
Indian Businessman
There were offers from a few Bollywood filmmakers, but I was sceptical as to whether those films will do justice to my vision or even my life. I was also apprehensive because what if I sign an agreement and give the rights to some filmmaker, and he shelves the project?
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Christopher Nolan
British Director
I don't particularly enjoy watching films in 3D because I think that a well-shot and well-projected film has a very three-dimensional quality to it, so I'm somewhat sceptical of the technology.
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Aidan Turner
Irish Actor
I want to spend the night alone in a haunted mansion. I wouldn't say I'm sceptical because that word implies the truth is out there when there is no truth out there.
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Jose Angel Gurria
Mexican Economist
Governments need to be seriously sceptical about whether new coal provides a good deal for their citizens.
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Natan Sharansky
Russian Writer
I was inspired to write this book by those who are sceptical of the power of freedom to change the world.
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J. Paul Getty
American Businessman
The rich are not born sceptical or cynical. They are made that way by events, circumstances.
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Gavin Esler
Scottish Journalist
As journalists we are sceptical by nature, but there are some things you take on trust.
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Nassim Nicholas Taleb
Lebanese Scientist
Most people are sceptical about the wrong things and gullible about the wrong things.
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Tyler Henry
American Entertainer
It's really important to differentiate between being sceptical and cynical.
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Yuval Noah Harari
Israeli Historian
As a historian, I'm sceptical about conspiracy theories because the world is far too complicated to be managed by a few billionaires drinking scotch behind some closed doors. But I do think that the voters are correct in sensing that they're really losing power. And in reaction, they give the system an angry kick.
Quote examples
Arunachalam Muruganantham
Indian Businessman
There were offers from a few Bollywood filmmakers, but I was sceptical as to whether those films will do justice to my vision or even my life. I was also apprehensive because what if I sign an agreement and give the rights to some filmmaker, and he shelves the project?
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Christopher Nolan
British Director
I don't particularly enjoy watching films in 3D because I think that a well-shot and well-projected film has a very three-dimensional quality to it, so I'm somewhat sceptical of the technology.
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Aidan Turner
Irish Actor
I want to spend the night alone in a haunted mansion. I wouldn't say I'm sceptical because that word implies the truth is out there when there is no truth out there.
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Jose Angel Gurria
Mexican Economist
Governments need to be seriously sceptical about whether new coal provides a good deal for their citizens.
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Natan Sharansky
Russian Writer
I was inspired to write this book by those who are sceptical of the power of freedom to change the world.
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J. Paul Getty
American Businessman
The rich are not born sceptical or cynical. They are made that way by events, circumstances.
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Gavin Esler
Scottish Journalist
As journalists we are sceptical by nature, but there are some things you take on trust.
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Nassim Nicholas Taleb
Lebanese Scientist
Most people are sceptical about the wrong things and gullible about the wrong things.
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Tyler Henry
American Entertainer
It's really important to differentiate between being sceptical and cynical.
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