skeptical
/ˈskeptɪkəl/
skep · ti · cal
ˈskept · ɪ · kəl
English Definition
adj. having doubts or reservations
Significado en Español
escéptico
Nghĩa Tiếng Việt
hoài nghi
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Memory Aid / 记忆技巧
From Latin skeptikos (skeptical).
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Practice — Synonym (ISEE Verbal)
What is a synonym for the word “skeptical”?
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A
trusting
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B
doubtful
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C
confident
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D
certain
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B — doubtful.
“skeptical” means adj. having doubts or reservations
Common questions about “skeptical”
What does “skeptical” mean?
skeptical — adj. having doubts or reservations. In Chinese: 怀疑的.
How do you pronounce “skeptical”?
skeptical is pronounced /ˈskeptɪkəl/. It breaks into 3 syllables: skep · ti · cal.
Is “skeptical” an ISEE Upper-level word?
Yes. skeptical appears on the iSEE Vocab Upper list, which covers 804 words for the ISEE and SSAT.
How can I remember “skeptical”?
From Latin skeptikos (skeptical).
