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Definition cynicism in American English

cynicism noun

[uncountable] noun
/ˈsɪnɪˌsɪzəm/
1

the belief that people care only about themselves and are not sincere or honest

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atheism authoritarianism behaviorism
2

the belief that things will not be successful or useful

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atheism authoritarianism behaviorism
3

the attitude or behavior of someone who is willing to let other people be harmed in order to get an advantage

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cruelty evil abuse
Definition cynicism in American English