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sceptical

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Learn the meaning of sceptical with synonyms, antonyms and an example sentence. Part of our 11 plus vocabulary list used for selective school and grammar school preparation.

sceptical

(adjective)

Meaning

not easily convinced

Example

"Despite the evidence presented, Jessica remained sceptical about their claims."

Synonyms

doubtfuldisbelieving

Antonyms

certaintrusting

More about this word

Word origin
From Greek 'skeptikos', meaning reflective or inquiring.