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cynicism
cyn·i·cism [ sínni sìzzəm ] (plural cyn·i·cisms)


noun 
Definition:
 
1. cynical quality or disposition: the state or fact of having cynical attitudes or beliefs, or a cynical character or quality
2. cynical remark: a cynical action, comment, or idea
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