mistrustful

adjective

Definition of mistrustfulnext
1
as in skeptical
inclined to doubt or question claims we were mistrustful of the so-called "miracle cure" for obesity

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2
as in unsure
not feeling sure about the truth, wisdom, or trustworthiness of someone or something inhabitants of that remote community tend to be mistrustful of outsiders

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for mistrustful
  1. skeptical
  2. unsure
  3. suspicious
  4. uncertain
  5. cautious
  6. distrustful
  7. careful
Adjective
  • Moscow does not publicize its military losses, and analysts are skeptical of casualty reports from both sides.
    Daniel R. Depetris, Newsweek, 6 Dec. 2024
  • Residents who are still skeptical of the police department's effectiveness were frustrated Thursday night by continued issues of homeless encampments and substance use.
    Victoria Moorwood, The Enquirer, 6 Dec. 2024
Definition of skeptical
Adjective
  • The bus originated in Atlanta but had around six or seven stops on the way, and investigators are unsure where the man got on, Kenny said.
    Phil Helsel, NBC News, 12 Dec. 2024
  • About 27 percent said Americans were responsible for finding their own coverage, while 19 percent were unsure or skipped the question.
    Tara Suter, The Hill, 11 Dec. 2024
Definition of unsure
Adjective
  • Be sure to double-check the app’s log to confirm all suspicious activity has been addressed.
    Kurt Knutsson, CyberGuy Report, Fox News, 14 Dec. 2024
  • The tipster said that someone sent suspicious messages over social media asking about juvenile girls.
    Nathan Solis, Los Angeles Times, 13 Dec. 2024
Definition of suspicious
Adjective
  • Another installment in the Kingsman franchise, which first launched Egerton’s career with 2014’s Kingsman: The Secret Service, is uncertain.
    Jack Smart, People.com, 10 Dec. 2024
  • Can Raw Milk Give You Bird Flu? The effects of drinking raw milk tainted with bird flu are still uncertain.
    Katherine Hignett, Forbes, 9 Dec. 2024
Definition of uncertain
Adjective
  • By recommending a cautious approach, Decentralized Masters enabled its members to make informed decisions in a volatile market.
    Chris Gallagher, USA TODAY, 10 Dec. 2024
  • Trump's call for an immediate ceasefire went beyond the public policy stands taken by the Biden administration and Ukraine and drew a cautious response from Zelenskyy.
    ELLEN KNICKMEYER AND JOANNA KOZLOWSKA THE ASSOCIATED PRESS, arkansasonline.com, 9 Dec. 2024
Definition of cautious
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  • Moreover, with the American public increasingly distrustful of nearly all institutions, small business retains its sheen.
    Brandon Kochkodin, Forbes, 1 Nov. 2024
  • As political unrest erupts in the streets, Iman realizes that his job is even more dangerous than expected, leaving him distrustful of even his pious wife Najmeh and teenage daughters Sana and Rezvan.
    Etan Vlessing, The Hollywood Reporter, 7 Oct. 2024
Definition of distrustful
Adjective
  • After that, Buckley seemed more careful about positioning, doing his best to keep the action in the open while not allowing Covington to close in and work from the clinch.
    Trent Reinsmith, Forbes, 15 Dec. 2024
  • Behind, kids are hoisted — careful with that hot chocolate!
    Ron Grossman, Chicago Tribune, 15 Dec. 2024
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