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| cyn·i·cal [ sínnik'l ] |
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1. distrustful of human nature: doubting or contemptuous of human nature or the motives, goodness, or sincerity of others
  Many people have developed a cynical distrust of politicians.
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2. sarcastic: mocking, scornful, or sneering
They were made the butt of many cynical jokes.
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| cyn·i·cal·ly adverb |
| cyn·i·cal·ness noun |
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