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Meaning of skeptical

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

skeptical

Pronunciation:/ˈskeptɪkəl/

adjective

Definitions

  1. Having, or expressing doubt; questioning.

    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)

  2. Of or relating to philosophical skepticism or the skeptics.