not buying it
Unconvinced by that
Not buying it expresses skepticism or disbelief—a refusal to accept something as true or genuine.
The phrase treats claims like merchandise you can reject: She said she was sick, but I'm not buying it.
Often shortened to not buying it as a blunt dismissal of an excuse, explanation, or story that seems dubious.
- skepticalInclined to question claims
- doubtfulUncertain of truth
- unconvincedNot yet believing
- likely storyIronic phrase expressing disbelief
- suspiciousInclined to distrust
disbelieving · yeah right · nice try · prove it · side-eye · raised eyebrow · smell a rat · fishy · red flag · shady · liar · excuses · tall tale · bullshit · hogwash · baloney · phony · fake
belief and acceptance
not buying itbuying it
Accepting as true
falling for it · taking the bait · hook line and sinker · convinced · persuaded
persuasion response
not buying itwon over
Gained someone's support
persuaded · convinced · swayed · taken in · susceptible