skeptic

noun
UK: /ˈskɛptɪk/
US: /ˈskɛptɪk/

  1. A person who doubts claims made by others.

    1. I am a skeptic about his plan.
    2. She was a skeptic, questioning every detail of the investigation.

  2. Someone who is not easily convinced and needs proof before believing something.

    1. He's a skeptic, so show data.
    2. As a political skeptic, he scrutinizes every statement made by candidates.

Synonyms

cynic
skeptic adjective

  1. Having or expressing doubt about something.

    1. I am skeptic of his story.
    2. Analysts are skeptic about the company's future growth potential.

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "skeptic" in English means: A person who doubts claims made by others., Someone who is not easily convinced and needs proof before believing something..

The phonetic transcription of "skeptic" is /ˈskɛptɪk/ in British English and /ˈskɛptɪk/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "skeptic": cynic.

Example usage of "skeptic": "I am a skeptic about his plan.". More examples on the page.