cynicisms
Sneering distrustful remarks
Cynicisms are expressions of cynical attitude—sneering remarks that dismiss sincerity or assume selfish motives in others.
Someone might respond to news of a charitable donation with various cynicisms about tax write-offs or publicity stunts.
The word captures not just cynical beliefs but their verbal expression: His cynicisms about marriage grew tiresome.
Disposition toward doubt
- distrustAbsence of confidence
- disbeliefRejection of truth claims
- pessimismExpecting unfavorable outcomes
- misanthropyHatred of humankind
scorn · disdain · contempt · derision · disparagement · faultfinding · judgment · rebuke
Irony used to mock
- ironyMeaning opposite to words
- mockeryScornful ridicule or travesty
- satireMockery exposing vice
- witClever, inventive humor
sneer · jibe · quip · taunt · sardonic · understatement · dryness · banter
Uncomplaining acceptance of difficulty
- asceticismSevere self-denial practice
- virtueMoral goodness or merit
- self-sufficiencyIndependence from outside aid
- naturalismWorldview excluding the supernatural
austerity · simplicity · indifference · detachment · unconventionality · provocation · shamelessness
skepticism
Disposition toward doubt
- distrustAbsence of confidence
- disbeliefRejection of truth claims
- pessimismExpecting unfavorable outcomes
misanthropy · scorn · disdain · contempt · derision · disparagement · faultfinding · judgment · rebuke · condemnation
sarcasm
Irony used to mock
wit · sneer · jibe · quip · taunt · sardonic · understatement · dryness · banter · repartee
stoicism
Uncomplaining acceptance of difficulty
- asceticismSevere self-denial practice
- virtueMoral goodness or merit
- self-sufficiencyIndependence from outside aid
naturalism · austerity · simplicity · indifference · detachment · unconventionality · provocation · shamelessness
cynicismsidealisms
Beliefs in perfection
optimisms · naivetes · credulities · innocences · trustfulness
cynicismsearnestness
Genuine seriousness of intent
sincerity · idealism · romanticism · utopianism · high-mindedness