Cynicism
/ˈsɪn.ɪˌsɪzəm/
Scrabble:17 ptsWWF:20 pts8 letters
Definition of Cynicism
noun
- A distrustful attitude.
- An emotion of jaded negativity, or a general distrust of the integrity or professed motives of other people. Cynicism can manifest itself by frustration, disillusionment and distrust in regard to organizations, authorities and other aspects of society, often due to previous bad experience. Cynics often view others as motivated solely by disguised self-interest.
- A skeptical, scornful or pessimistic comment or act.
Anagrams of Cynicism
No exact anagrams found for "cynicism". This word has a unique letter combination.
Letter Values
c3
y4
n1
i1
c3
i1
s1
m3
Total: 17 Scrabble points
Rhymes With Cynicism
Word Validity & Sources
SOWPODS (International Scrabble): Valid
TWL (US/Canada Scrabble): Valid
Words With Friends: Valid
Last verified: December 2024
Dictionary data sourced from SOWPODS (178,691 words), combining TWL (Tournament Word List) and the Collins Scrabble Words dictionary. Definitions from Free Dictionary API and Wordnik.
About the Word "Cynicism"
Cynicism is a 8-letter word that scores 17 points in Scrabble and 20 points in Words With Friends.
Using "Cynicism" in Word Games
When playing Scrabble or Words With Friends, "cynicism" is a high-scoring word.