The Opposite(Antonym) of “trusting”
The antonyms of trusting are distrustful, skeptical, and unreliable. These words convey a lack of trust or confidence in someone or something.
Explore all Antonyms of “trusting”
Definitions and Examples of distrustful, skeptical, unreliable
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
Feeling or showing a lack of trust or confidence in someone or something.
Example
She was distrustful of his intentions and didn't want to get involved.
Not easily convinced; having doubts or reservations about something.
Example
He was skeptical of the new product's claims and decided to wait for reviews before buying it.
Not able to be trusted or depended on; not reliable.
Example
The old car was unreliable and broke down frequently.
Key Differences: distrustful vs skeptical vs unreliable
- 1Distrustful implies a lack of trust or confidence in someone or something.
- 2Skeptical suggests having doubts or reservations about something.
- 3Unreliable means not able to be trusted or depended on.
Effective Usage of distrustful, skeptical, unreliable
- 1Express Doubt: Use distrustful, skeptical, and unreliable to express doubt or lack of confidence.
- 2Evaluate Information: Incorporate these antonyms in discussions to evaluate information critically.
- 3Describe People: Utilize these words to describe people who are not trustworthy or dependable.
Remember this!
The antonyms of trusting convey a lack of trust or confidence. Distrustful implies a lack of trust, skeptical suggests having doubts, and unreliable means not able to be trusted. Use these words to express doubt, evaluate information critically, and describe people who are not trustworthy or dependable.
