CYNICISM

cynicism

(noun) a cynical feeling of distrust

Source: WordNet® 3.1

Etymology

Noun

cynicism (countable and uncountable, plural cynicisms)

(uncountable) A distrustful attitude.

(uncountable) An emotion of jaded negativity, or a general distrust of the integrity or professed motives of other people. Cynicism can manifest itself by frustration, disillusionment and distrust in regard to organizations, authorities and other aspects of society, often due to previous bad experience. Cynics often view others as motivated solely by disguised self-interest.

(countable) A skeptical, scornful or pessimistic comment or act.

Etymology

Proper noun

Cynicism

the philosophy of the Greek Cynics

Source: Wiktionary

Cyn"i*cism (sn"-sz'm), n.

Definition: The doctrine of the Cynics; the quality of being cynical; the mental state, opnions, or conduct, of a cynic; morose and contemptuous views and opinions.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition

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