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    Cynique (en. Cynical)

    /si.nik/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    adjective
    One who expresses distrust or contempt for human ideals and motivations.
    His cynical response shocked everyone at the meeting.
    Sa réponse cynique a choqué tout le monde à la réunion.
    The character of someone who believes that people act solely out of self-interest.
    She has a cynical view of romantic relationships.
    Elle a un point de vue cynique sur les relations amoureuses.
    One who seeks to expose the hypocrisy of others.
    His cynical humor hides a deep sadness.
    Son humour cynique cache une profonde tristesse.

    Etymology

    The term 'cynical' comes from the Greek 'kunikos', which means 'dog-like', in reference to the Cynic school of philosophy.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to have a cynical outlook
    To have a disillusioned view of things.
    avoir un regard cynique
    cynical humor
    Humor that derives from sarcasm and criticism of human behavior.
    humour cynique
    to be cynical about something
    To show distrust or pessimism regarding a given subject.
    être cynique à propos de quelque chose

    Related Words

    cynicism
    Attitude that rejects moral values in favor of a disenchanted realism.
    cynisme
    cynism
    State of mind characterized by a lack of faith or hope in humanity.
    cinisme
    sarcasm
    A form of mockery that uses irony to hurt or parody.
    sarcasme

    Slang Meanings

    Disillusioned view on life
    He has a cynical attitude, as if he expects nothing good from life.
    Il a une attitude cynique, comme s'il n'attendait rien de bon de la vie.
    dark humor
    His cynical jokes don't please everyone.
    Ses blagues cyniques ne plaisent pas à tout le monde.