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cynicism
nounmasculinegeneral usecommon/sinˈiʒmu/ci·nis·mo
Definition
1An attitude or disposition of scornful, jaded negativity, especially a general distrust of the integrity or motives of others.
Usage examples
“His comment was laden with cynicism.”
“Political cynicism drives citizens away from public life.”
Common combinations
political cynicismair of cynicism