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sceptical

/ˈskep.tɪ.kəl/

Tradução: Que tem dúvidas ou reservas em relação a algo; que não se convence facilmente; que desconfia ou questiona.

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adjective

/ˈskep.tɪ.kəl/B2formalbritish
  • ptQue tem dúvidas ou reservas em relação a algo; que não se convence facilmente; que desconfia ou questiona.

Having doubts or reservations about something; not easily convinced.

  1. Inclined to doubtB2formal

    Having or showing doubt about something; not easily convinced.

    ptCético

    • She was sceptical about the new treatment's effectiveness.
    • Many people remain sceptical of politicians' promises.
    • He gave a sceptical look when I told him the news.

    Sinônimosdistrustfuldoubtfuldubiousincredulousmistrustfulquestioningsuspiciousunconvinced

    Antônimoscredulousgulliblenaivetrusting

  2. Religious doubtC1formal

    Questioning or denying the fundamental beliefs of a religion.

    ptCético

    • His sceptical views on religion caused tension in his family.
    • The philosopher was known for his sceptical approach to religious dogma.
    • She wrote a book exploring sceptical perspectives on faith.

    Sinônimosdisbelievingunbelieving

    Antônimosdevoutfaithfulorthodoxpious

Formas
  • more sceptical comparative form
  • more skeptical comparative form
  • most sceptical superlative form
  • most skeptical superlative form