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- [skep-tuh-siz-uh m]
- /ˈskɛp təˌsɪz əm/
- /ˈskep.tɪ.kəl/
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- [skep-tuh-siz-uh m]
- /ˈskɛp təˌsɪz əm/
Definitions of skepticism word
- noun skepticism skeptical attitude or temper; doubt. 1
- noun skepticism doubt or unbelief with regard to a religion, especially Christianity. 1
- noun skepticism (initial capital letter) the doctrines or opinions of philosophical Skeptics; universal doubt. 1
- noun skepticism religion: lack of belief 1
- noun skepticism attitude of doubt 1
- noun skepticism doubt we can know anything for certain 1
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Origin of skepticism
First appearance:
before 1640 One of the 44% oldest English words
1640-50; < New Latin scepticismus, equivalent to Latin sceptic(us) skeptic + -ismus -ism
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Parts of speech for Skepticism
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skepticism popularity
A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 84% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.
This word is included in each student's vocabulary. Most likely there is at least one movie with this word in the title.
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This diagram is provided by Google Ngram ViewerSynonyms for skepticism
noun skepticism
- agnosticism — Agnosticism is the belief that it is not possible to say definitely whether or not there is a God. Compare atheism.
- atheism — Atheism is the belief that there is no God. Compare agnosticism.
- demurral — the act or an instance of demurring
- doubtfulness — of uncertain outcome or result.
- doubt — to be uncertain about; consider questionable or unlikely; hesitate to believe.
Antonyms for skepticism
noun skepticism
- belief — Belief is a feeling of certainty that something exists, is true, or is good.
- credenda — doctrines to be believed; matters of faith
- credulity — Credulity is a willingness to believe that something is real or true.
- creed — A creed is a set of beliefs, principles, or opinions that strongly influence the way people live or work.
- doctrine — a particular principle, position, or policy taught or advocated, as of a religion or government: Catholic doctrines; the Monroe Doctrine.
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