distrust

Meanings

• Noun

  Lack of confidence or belief in someone or something.

  - "Despite his promises, I have a deep distrust for him."
  - "The distrust between the two nations has lasted for centuries."

• Verb

  To have doubts or be suspicious.

  - "I distrust the new employee's intentions."
  - "The detective distrusted the suspect's alibi."

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Pronunciation

1. /dɪsˈtɹʌst/
   
   
   
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Synonyms

mistrust , untrust , wantrust , mistrust

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with distrust
rust , trust

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Variants

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distrust , distrusts , distrusted , distrusting , self-distrust , self-distrustful , self-distrusts

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Forms

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untrusted, distrusters, distrusting, distrusted

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Etymology

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Old English 'dis-trustan' meaning 'to withdraw trust'

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Trivia

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1. Did you know that a study found that people are more likely to distrust someone if they're holding a heavy object?

2. In psychology, the 'trust paradox' refers to the fact that people are more likely to trust others when they're uncertain about their own abilities.

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Related Concepts

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1. mistrust: A stronger form of distrust, often indicating a deep-seated suspicion or disbelief.

2. paranoia: An extreme and irrational distrust or suspiciousness, often leading to delusions.

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Culture

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Distrust is a common theme in literature, often depicted in works like 'Othello' and 'Macbeth'. It can also be seen in art, such as Edvard Munch's 'The Scream', which depicts feelings of anxiety and distrust.

How to Memorize "distrust"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a broken trust symbol, such as a shattered heart or a cracked contract, to help remember the concept of distrust.

2. associate
   

   - Associate distrust with feelings of unease, suspicion, or doubt to help remember its meaning.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'Doubt is the First Step to Distrust' to help remember the definition of distrust.

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