SKEPTICALLY

sceptically, skeptically

(adverb) with scepticism; in a sceptical manner; “he looked at her sceptically”

Source: WordNet® 3.1


Etymology

Adverb

skeptically (comparative more skeptically, superlative most skeptically)

(American spelling) In a skeptical manner, with skepticism.

Source: Wiktionary


SKEPTICAL

Skep"tic, Skep"tic*al, a. Etym: [Written also sceptic, sceptical.]

1. Of or pertaining to a sceptic or skepticism; characterized by skepticism; hesitating to admit the certainly of doctrines or principles; doubting of everything.

2. (Theol.)

Definition: Doubting or denying the truth of revelation, or the sacred Scriptures. The skeptical system subverts the whole foundation of morals. R. Hall.

– Skep"tac*al*ly, adv.

– Skep"tic*al*ness, n.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition



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