cynical

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cyn·i·cal / ˈsinikəl/ • adj. 1. believing that people are motivated by self-interest; distrustful of human sincerity or integrity. ∎  doubtful as to whether something will happen or whether it is worthwhile. ∎  contemptuous; mocking.2. concerned only with one's own interests and typically disregarding accepted or appropriate standards in order to achieve them.DERIVATIVES: cyn·i·cal·ly / -ik(ə)lē/ adv.

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