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Cynical
UK
/ˈsɪn.ɪ.kəl/
US
/ˈsɪn.ɪ.kəl/
Translation of "cynical" into Russian
cynical
Adjective
UK
/ˈsɪn.ɪ.kəl/
US
/ˈsɪn.ɪ.kəl/
cynical
more cynical Comp.
most cynical Super.
He has a cynical view of the world.
У него циничный взгляд на мир.
Definitions
cynical
Adjective
UK
/ˈsɪn.ɪ.kəl/
US
/ˈsɪn.ɪ.kəl/
Believing that people are motivated by self-interest; distrustful of human sincerity or integrity.
She had a cynical view of politics, convinced that all politicians were only in it for themselves.
Doubtful as to whether something will happen or whether it is worthwhile.
He was cynical about the company's promises to improve working conditions.
Mocking or scornful, often in a way that shows a lack of respect.
Her cynical laughter made it clear she didn't take the situation seriously.
Relating to the ancient Greek school of Cynicism or its members.
Diogenes is perhaps the most famous figure associated with cynical philosophy.
Idioms and phrases
cynical view
She has a cynical view of politics.
циничный взгляд
У неё циничный взгляд на политику.
cynical attitude
He adopted a cynical attitude towards the proposal.
циничное отношение
Он принял циничное отношение к предложению.
cynical smile
He gave a cynical smile when asked about the plan.
циничная улыбка
Он дал циничную улыбку, когда его спросили о плане.
cynical comment
Her cynical comment offended many people.
циничный комментарий
Её циничный комментарий оскорбил многих людей.
cynical person
They described him as a cynical person.
циничный человек
Они описали его как циничного человека.