What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
mistrustful
Example
She was mistrustful of his intentions and kept her distance. [mistrustful: adjective]
Example
The company's history of unethical behavior left many customers feeling mistrustful. [mistrustful: adjective]
distrustful
Example
He was distrustful of politicians and their promises. [distrustful: adjective]
Example
The dog remained distrustful of strangers, barking at anyone who approached. [distrustful: adjective]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Distrustful is more commonly used than mistrustful in everyday language.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between mistrustful and distrustful?
Distrustful is more commonly used in formal writing or speech than mistrustful.
