Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
incredulity
noun
/ˌɪnkrɪˈdjuːlɪti/
Definition
The state of being unwilling or unable to believe something.
Examples
- She looked at the outrageous claim with incredulity.
- His incredulity was evident when he heard the unexpected news.
Meaning
Incredulity refers to the feeling or expression of disbelief. It reflects a person’s doubt or skepticism about something that is presented as a fact or reality.
Synonyms
- doubt
- scepticism
- disbelief
- incredibleness