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Meaning of mistrusted
The primary meaning of "mistrusted" is to have no trust or confidence in someone or something.
Etymology of mistrusted
The word "mistrusted" has its roots in the Old English words "mis" meaning "wrongly" and "trust" meaning "faith" or "confidence"
The term has been used since the 15th century to describe a lack of trust or confidence in someone or something
Synonyms
distrusted
suspected
doubted
questioned
mistrustful
skeptical
cynical
unbelieving
uncertain
hesitant
wary
cautious
leery
unsure
untrusting
faithless
disbelieving
incredulous
pessimistic
negative
distrustful
apprehensive
fearful
anxious
uneasy
nervous
tense
edgy
apprehensive
watchful
vigilant
guarded
reserved
aloof
distant
detached
Definitions
- To have no trust or confidence in someone or something because you think they are not honest or reliable
- * To have a feeling of doubt or uncertainty about someone or something
Usage Examples
- The company's financial reports were mistrusted by investors due to discrepancies in the data
- * The new employee was mistrusted by his colleagues because of his unclear background
- * The government's statement was mistrusted by the public due to its history of deception