cynicism

Meanings

• noun

  A state of skepticism and distrust towards others, their actions or beliefs.

  - "His cynicism made it difficult for him to form new relationships."
  - "Despite her repeated promises, his cynicism prevented him from believing her."

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Pronunciation

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with cynicism
pessimism , optimism , realism

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Variants

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cynicism , cynicisms

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Etymology

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Derived from the Greek word 'kynikos' meaning 'dog-like' or 'dog-faced', possibly due to the association of cynics with barking and biting.

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Trivia

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1. The ancient Greek philosophical school known as 'Cynics' took their name from 'kynikos', meaning 'dog-like'.

2. Cynics believed in living a simple life, rejecting material possessions and societal norms.

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Related Concepts

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1. Skepticism: A philosophical position that emphasizes doubt and questioning, often applied to beliefs or knowledge claims.

2. Pessimism: The belief that the world is fundamentally negative or that bad events are more likely to occur than good ones.

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Culture

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Cynicism has been explored extensively in literature and philosophy, with notable figures such as Diogenes and Seneca embodying the cynic lifestyle. In modern times, cynicism is often seen as a negative trait, suggesting a lack of faith or trust in others.

How to Memorize "cynicism"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a person with a scowl on their face, distrustful of the world around them, and constantly questioning others' motives.

2. associate
   

   - Connect the word 'cynicism' with the image of a dog, barking and growling at strangers.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Remember the phrase 'Can't You See 'Em?', where 'Em' stands for 'Emptiness' or 'Empty Promises', a common theme in cynical thinking.

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