Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

scepticism

Noun

/ˈskɛptɪsɪz(ə)m/

Definition

A skeptical attitude; doubt as to the truth of something.

Examples

His constant scepticism about the project’s success made it difficult to motivate the team.
Philosophical scepticism involves doubting the possibility of certainty in knowledge.

Meaning

Scepticism refers to a questioning or doubting mentality towards knowledge, beliefs, or claims. It suggests a lack of certainty about the truth or value of something.