Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
trust-issues
noun
/trʌst ˈɪʃuːz/
Definition
Trust issues refer to difficulties in trusting others, often stemming from past experiences such as betrayal or abandonment.
Examples
- After her last relationship, she developed serious trust issues that made it hard for her to connect with new people.
- His trust issues often led him to misinterpret his friends’ intentions.
- Overcoming trust issues can be a long process, requiring communication and understanding.
Meaning
The term describes a state of suspicion, anxiety, or concern about the reliability or integrity of relationships with others.
Synonyms
- suspicion
- distrust
- mistrust
- wariness
