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Meaning of untrusting
The primary meaning of "untrusting" according to Oxford Languages is having no trust or confidence in someone or something.
Etymology of untrusting
The word "untrusting" is derived from the prefix "un-" meaning not or opposite of, and the word "trusting" which is the present participle of the verb "trust"
The verb "trust" comes from Old Norse "traust", which is related to the Old English "trūst" and the German "Trauen"
The word "untrusting" has been in use since the 15th century to describe someone who lacks trust or confidence in someone or something
Synonyms
skeptical
distrustful
mistrustful
suspicious
cynical
wary
cautious
hesitant
uncertain
doubtful
questioning
incredulous
unbelieving
unfavorable
unfriendly
hostile
negative
pessimistic
gloomy
apprehensive
uneasy
nervous
tense
anxious
fearful
afraid
apprehensive
watchful
vigilant
guarded
leery
circumspect
prudent
discreet
reserved
introverted
shy
reticent
quiet
uncommunicative
silent
taciturn
reserved
distant
aloof
cold
unforgiving
unyielding
rigid
inflexible
stubborn
obstinate
uncooperative
resistant
opposed
averse
disinclined
reluctant
indisposed
unenthusiastic
apathetic
uninterested
indifferent
unconcerned
uninvolved
detached
remote
inaccessible
unreachable
unapproachable
Definitions
- Having no trust or confidence in someone or something
- * Not having faith or reliance in something
- * Having a lack of confidence or faith in someone's ability or integrity
Usage Examples
- The company's untrusting attitude towards its employees led to low morale and high turnover rates
- * She was untrusting of her new neighbor and kept a close eye on him
- * The untrusting nature of the business partner made it difficult to negotiate a deal
Antonyms
trusting
confident
faithful
loyal
devoted
dedicated
committed
enthusiastic
optimistic
positive
hopeful
encouraging
supportive
friendly
approachable
open
receptive
warm
welcoming
cooperative
willing
compliant
flexible
accommodating
forgiving
lenient
tolerant
permissive
easygoing
carefree
cheerful
happy
jubilant
ecstatic
elated
euphoric