Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
cinismo
noun
/sɪˈnɪzəm/
Definition
Cynicism is an attitude characterized by a distrust of people’s motives and a belief that people are primarily driven by self-interest.
Examples
- His cynicism made it difficult for him to trust anyone.
- The film reveals a deep cynicism about modern relationships.
Meaning
The belief that human actions are motivated chiefly by self-interest; a skeptical or negative outlook on life.
Synonyms
- scepticism
- misanthropy
- pessimism