sceptical
/ˈskeptɪkəl/
CEFR level C1Topic ThinkingWord #6083 in the learning path
怀疑的；不轻信的
Definitions
adj. Doubtful that a claim or idea is true or useful.
怀疑的；不轻信的
Example
I'm sceptical about this cream's promise of instant results.
我对这款面霜宣称的即时效果持怀疑态度。
Many consumers remain sceptical about environmental claims made by companies that provide little evidence of sustainable practices.
许多消费者仍对企业的环保宣传持怀疑态度，因为这些企业几乎未提供可持续实践的证据。
Collocations
- sceptical about
- sceptical of claims
- remain sceptical
Word family
- sceptic (n.)
- scepticism (n.)
- sceptically (adv.)
Synonyms
- doubtful
- unconvinced
Antonyms
- convinced
- credulous
Usage tip
英式拼写sceptical，美式通常写skeptical。
FAQ
- What does sceptical mean?
- Doubtful that a claim or idea is true or useful.
- How is sceptical pronounced?
- UK /ˈskeptɪkəl/, US /ˈskeptɪkəl/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
