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    Sceptique (en. Skeptical)

    /sɛptik/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    adjective
    Who expresses or feels skepticism.
    He is skeptical about the ability of new technologies to solve the problem.
    Il est sceptique sur la capacité des nouvelles technologies à résoudre le problème.
    Who does not easily believe things without proof.
    She remains skeptical of politicians' promises.
    Elle reste sceptique face aux promesses des politiciens.
    Related to doubt and distrust.
    His skeptical attitude prevents him from making decisions quickly.
    Son attitude sceptique l'empêche de prendre des décisions rapidement.

    Etymology

    From the Greek 'skeptikos', meaning 'one who examines, who doubts'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    skeptical about
    To doubt or be critical concerning something.
    sceptique par rapport à
    to be skeptical about
    To have doubts or reservations about a particular subject.
    être sceptique à propos de

    Related Words

    skepticism
    Attitude of doubt regarding beliefs or ideas.
    scepticisme
    doubt
    Feeling of uncertainty about something.
    doute
    distrust
    Lack of trust in something or someone.
    méfiance

    Slang Meanings

    Doubter
    She is always the doubter of our projects.
    Elle est toujours la metteuse en doute de nos projets.
    Doubter
    Stop being a doubter and go for it!
    Arrête d'être un douteur et fonce!