cynicism Antonyms

Meaning of cynicism

Wordnet

cynicism (n)

a cynical feeling of distrust

cynicism Sentence Examples

  1. His constant cynicism made it difficult for him to trust anyone.
  2. The journalist's articles were characterized by their biting cynicism toward the government.
  3. She found it hard to maintain her optimism in the face of such pervasive cynicism.
  4. The cynicism in his voice was palpable as he discussed the state of the economy.
  5. The comedian's humor was often laced with cynicism, poking fun at societal norms and conventions.
  6. Despite her initial enthusiasm, she gradually succumbed to the cynicism of her peers.
  7. The professor's lectures were infused with a healthy dose of cynicism, challenging students to question authority.
  8. He shielded himself from disappointment with a thick layer of cynicism, refusing to believe in anything too idealistic.
  9. The cynicism of the older generation contrasted sharply with the idealism of the youth.
  10. She recognized the danger of succumbing to cynicism and made a conscious effort to maintain her faith in humanity.

FAQs About the word cynicism

a cynical feeling of distrust

sorrow, hopelessness, melancholy, sadness, despair, gloom, pessimism,desperation, dreariness, joylessness

optimism, optimism, mirth, mirth, cheerfulness, cheer, cheer, cheerfulness, gayety, jubilation

His constant cynicism made it difficult for him to trust anyone.

The journalist's articles were characterized by their biting cynicism toward the government.

She found it hard to maintain her optimism in the face of such pervasive cynicism.

The cynicism in his voice was palpable as he discussed the state of the economy.