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skeptic
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/ˈskɛptɪk/
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/ˈskɛptɪk/
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skeptic
noun
skeptics
pl
UK
/ˈskɛptɪk/
US
/ˈskɛptɪk/
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скептик
The skeptic questioned the validity of the research findings.
Скептик поставил под сомнение достоверность результатов исследования.
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сомневающийся
неверующий
Definitions
A person inclined to question or doubt accepted opinions.
The scientist was a skeptic, always questioning the validity of the research findings.
A person who doubts the truth of religion or religious beliefs.
As a skeptic, he often engaged in debates about the existence of a higher power.
A member or adherent of the ancient Greek school of Skepticism, which questioned the possibility of certain knowledge.
Sextus Empiricus is one of the few ancient skeptics whose writings have survived.
Synonyms
questioner
misanthrope
pessimist
cynic
disbeliever
doubter
Antonyms
believer
skeptic
adjective
UK
/ˈskɛp.tɪk/
US
/ˈskɛp.tɪk/
Used chiefly attributively; comparative and superlative are rarely formed.
Definitions
Relating to or characteristic of skeptics or skepticism; skeptical (usually attributive).
Skeptic organizations host conferences to promote critical thinking.
Synonyms
reserved
cynical
disbelieving
uncertain
hesitant
questioning
cautious
wary
mistrustful
suspicious
incredulous
doubtful
dubious
skeptical
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