cynic

//ˈsɪnɪk//
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Noun

cynicSingular
cynicsPlural
1

A person who believes that people are motivated purely by self-interest rather than acting for honorable or unselfish reasons.

He's such a cynic that he doesn't believe anyone does anything without expecting something in return.

2

A person who is distrustful of human sincerity or integrity and tends to be skeptical and pessimistic.

He's such a cynic that he never believes anyone's good intentions.

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