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cynically

UK
/ˈsɪnɪkli/
US
/ˈsɪnɪkli/

Translations

cynicallyadverb
UK
/ˈsɪnɪkli/
US
/ˈsɪnɪkli/
He cynically dismissed their concerns as irrelevant.
Он цинично отверг их опасения как неуместные.
Synonyms
skeptically
sarcastically
mordantly
pessimistically
disparagingly

Definitions

cynicallyadverb
In a manner that shows a belief that people are motivated purely by self-interest; distrustfully.
She cynically remarked that the politician's promises were just a ploy to win votes.
In a way that shows a lack of faith in the sincerity or integrity of others.
He cynically assumed that the charity event was just a publicity stunt.
In a manner that is scornful of the motives or virtues of others.
The journalist cynically reported on the company's supposed altruism, suggesting it was merely a tax dodge.
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