Sometimes … I get cynical
Main Entry: cyn·i·cal Pronunciation: 'si-ni-k&l Function: adjective 1 : CAPTIOUS, PEEVISH 2 : having or showing the attitude or temper of a cynic : as a : contemptuously distrustful of human nature and motives; those cynical men who say that democracy cannot be honest and efficient -- F. D. Roosevelt; b : based on or reflecting a belief that human conduct is motivated primarily by self-interest ;a cynical ploy to cheat customers; - cyn·i·cal·ly /-k(&-)lE/ adverb synonyms CYNICAL, MISANTHROPIC, PESSIMISTIC mean deeply distrustful. CYNICAL implies having a sneering disbelief in sincerity or integrity; cynical about politicians' motives. MISANTHROPIC suggests a rooted distrust and dislike of human beings and their society; a solitary and misanthropic artist. PESSIMISTIC implies having a gloomy, distrustful view of life ;pessimistic about the future.
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