The Opposite(Antonym) of “suckerlike”
The antonyms of suckerlike are skeptical, cynical, and distrustful. These words convey a lack of trust or belief in something or someone.
Explore all Antonyms of “suckerlike”
Definitions and Examples of skeptical, cynical, 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 of the new diet plan and wanted to do more research before trying it.
Distrustful of human nature and motives; believing that people are motivated by self-interest.
Example
He had a cynical view of politics and believed that politicians were only interested in gaining power.
Lacking trust or confidence in someone or something.
Example
After being lied to several times, she became distrustful of her friend's intentions.
Key Differences: skeptical vs cynical vs distrustful
- 1Skeptical implies having doubts or reservations about something, while cynical implies a general distrust of human nature and motives.
- 2Distrustful is a relational antonym that describes a lack of trust or confidence in someone or something.
Effective Usage of skeptical, cynical, distrustful
- 1Express Doubt: Use skeptical to express doubts or reservations about something.
- 2Convey Distrust: Use cynical to convey a general distrust of human nature and motives.
- 3Show Lack of Trust: Use distrustful to describe a lack of trust or confidence in someone or something.
Remember this!
The antonyms of suckerlike are skeptical, cynical, and distrustful. Use skeptical to express doubts or reservations, cynical to convey a general distrust of human nature and motives, and distrustful to describe a lack of trust or confidence in someone or something.
