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skeptic

/ˈskeptɪk/

skep · tic ˈskept · ɪk

English Definition

n. Doubter and cynic; questioner

中文释义

怀疑论者

Significado en Español

escéptico

한국어 뜻

회의론자

Nghĩa Tiếng Việt

người hoài nghi

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skept (doubt, Greek) + ic → doubter

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Practice — Synonym (ISEE Verbal)

Choose the word that is a synonym for “skeptic”: The scientist was known as a skeptic, always questioning the validity of new theories until she thoroughly examined the evidence.

A Believer
B Doubter
C Follower
D Advocate

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B — Doubter. “skeptic” means n. Doubter and cynic; questioner

Common questions about “skeptic”

What does “skeptic” mean?

skeptic — n. Doubter and cynic; questioner. In Chinese: 怀疑论者.

How do you pronounce “skeptic”?

skeptic is pronounced /ˈskeptɪk/. It breaks into 2 syllables: skep · tic.

Is “skeptic” an ISEE Upper-level word?

Yes. skeptic appears on the iSEE Vocab Upper list, which covers 804 words for the ISEE and SSAT.

How can I remember “skeptic”?

skept (doubt, Greek) + ic → doubter

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skeptic

Practice — Synonym (ISEE Verbal)

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