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Meaning of cynically
The primary meaning of "cynically" is in a manner that is skeptical or distrustful of people's motives.
Etymology of cynically
The word "cynically" comes from the Greek word "kynikos", meaning "dog-like", which was used to describe the Cynics, a school of philosophers who rejected luxury and social conventions
The word has been used in English since the 16th century to describe a skeptical or distrustful attitude
Synonyms
skeptically
pessimistically
negatively
gloomily
hopelessly
despairingly
distrustfully
suspiciously
scornfully
mockingly
sarcastically
derisively
contemptuously
disdainfully
dismissively
unbelievingly
doubtfully
uncertainly
questioningly
critically
disbelievingly
unenthusiastically
unoptimistically
realistically
practically
pragmatically
world-wearily
jadedly
hardenedly
bitterly
resentfully
angrily
Definitions
- Believing that people are motivated by self-interest, and that they are not sincere or honest
- * Having a skeptical or distrustful attitude towards something
Usage Examples
- She viewed his offer cynically, thinking that he had an ulterior motive
- * He responded cynically to the news, saying that it was just another example of corporate greed
Antonyms
optimistically
positively
enthusiastically
hopefully
cheerfully
trustingly
confidently
idealistically
romantically
naively
innocently
genuinely
sincerely
faithfully
loyally
trustfully
uncritically
unquestioningly
enthusiastically
confidently