Meaning
cynicism
- An attitude of scornful or jaded negativity, especially general distrust of human sincerity.
In a sentence
Ha risposto alla mia richiesta con un cinismo disarmante.
He replied to my request with disarming cynicism.
Il cinismo non aiuta a risolvere le difficoltà quotidiane.
Cynicism does not help solve everyday difficulties.
Molti giovani rifiutano il cinismo diffuso nella società moderna.
Many young people reject the widespread cynicism in modern society.
Word forms (2)
| Word | Word forms |
|---|---|
| cinismo | masculine · singular |
| cinismi | masculine · plural |
Usage notes
- Uncountable in most contexts. Derived from the ancient Cynic philosophical school.