Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
mistrust
noun
/ˌmɪsˈtrʌst/
Definition
A lack of trust or confidence in someone or something.
Examples
- There was a deep mistrust between the two parties during the negotiations.
- His history of dishonesty led to widespread mistrust among his colleagues.
- The community’s mistrust of the authorities grew after the incident.
Meaning
Mistrust refers to a feeling of doubt about the honesty or reliability of another person or situation.
Synonyms
- distrust
- suspicion
- doubt
- skepticism
- wariness
