The Opposite(Antonym) of “gullable”
The antonyms of gullible are skeptical and distrustful. The antonyms skeptical and distrustful convey a negative or doubtful attitude towards something. It implies a lack of trust, belief, or acceptance.
Explore all Antonyms of “gullable”
Definitions and Examples of skeptical, distrustful
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
Not easily convinced; having doubts or reservations about something.
Example
She was skeptical about the new product's claims and decided to do some research before buying it.
Feeling or showing a lack of trust or confidence in someone or something.
Example
After being lied to several times, he became distrustful of his friend's promises.
Key Differences: skeptical vs distrustful
- 1Skeptical implies a questioning or doubting attitude towards something, while distrustful implies a lack of trust or confidence in someone or something.
- 2Skeptical is a more neutral term that can be used in various contexts, while distrustful is more specific and usually used to describe a person's attitude towards someone or something.
Effective Usage of skeptical, distrustful
- 1Express Doubt: Use skeptical to express doubts or reservations about something.
- 2Describe Attitude: Use distrustful to describe a person's lack of trust or confidence in someone or something.
- 3Enrich Vocabulary: Incorporate these antonyms in writing and speaking to expand your vocabulary and convey precise meanings.
Remember this!
The antonyms have distinct nuances: Skeptical implies a questioning or doubting attitude, while distrustful implies a lack of trust or confidence. Use these words to express doubt, describe attitudes, and enrich your vocabulary.
