Definition of cynicism Cynicism
/sɪˈnɪsɪˌzʌm/ - [sinisizum] - cyn•i•cism
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What does cynicism mean?
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NounPlural: cynicisms |
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| cynicism - a cynical feeling of distrust |
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- cynicism (Noun)
A distrustful attitude. - cynicism (Noun)
An emotion of jaded negativity, or a general distrust of the integrity or professed motives of other people. Cynicism can manifest itself by frustration, disillusionment and distrust in regard to organizations, authorities and other aspects of society, often due to previous bad experience. Cynics often view others as motivated solely by disguised self-interest. - cynicism (Noun)
A skeptical, scornful or pessimistic comment or act.
Webster DictionaryWebster's Unabridged Dictionary 📘
- cynicism (n.)
The doctrine of the Cynics; the quality of being cynical; the mental state, opinions, or conduct, of a cynic; morose and contemptuous views and opinions.
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cynicism
A cynical feeling of distrust.
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Cynicism is a philosophy started by the Cynics, Ancient Greek philosophers. It was started by Antisthenes in the 5th century BC. The main points the cynics wanted to make was that man had no needs. At the same time, they were against possessing material goods. They also were against prejudices such as being ashamed of being naked. Diogenes of Sinope made the cynics extend their views and combine them with that of other schools of philosophy, like the stoa. They also integrated elements of Greek mythology.
Today, the word 'cynicism' generally describes the opinions and actions of those who believe that self-interest is the primary motive of human behavior. These persons, called "cynics", shy away from relying upon sincerity, human virtue, or altruism as motivations.
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🔤- cynicism, noun, singular of cynicisms.
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