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cynicism

ˈsɪnɪsɪzəm

noun

cynizm

ˈt͡sɨɲizm· rzeczownik
Also
sceptycyzm(m)
Definition

An inclination to believe that people are motivated purely by self-interest; also, a general distrust of others' sincerity or integrity.

Examples
His cynicism about politics grew with age and experience.
Jego cynizm wobec polityki rósł z wiekiem i doświadczeniem.
There was a hint of cynicism in her voice when she spoke of love.
W jej głosie było słychać nutę cynizmu, gdy mówiła o miłości.
Synonyms
skepticismdistrustpessimism
Collocations
deep cynicismgrowing cynicismpolitical cynicism
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