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skeptical

The correct spelling is skeptical.

How to pronounce skeptical

adjective

IPA: /ˈskeptɪkəl/

Say it like: Ske-pti-cal

The correct spelling is skeptical. Having, or expressing doubt; questioning. For example: "I can see why people are so skeptical [sic] about him, but I think he's on to something here. (regarded by organizations such as the BBC as an error)"

Usage Examples

I can see why people are so skeptical [sic] about him, but I think he's on to something here. (regarded by organizations such as the BBC as an error)

Definition

adjective

  1. 1.Having, or expressing doubt; questioning.
  2. 2.Of or relating to philosophical skepticism or the skeptics.

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