Definitions
- Describing a person who doubts or questions the validity of something. - Referring to a person who is hesitant to believe something without sufficient evidence or proof. - Talking about a person who is cautious and critical when presented with new information or ideas.
- Describing a person who is not persuaded by an argument or evidence. - Referring to a person who remains doubtful or uncertain about something. - Talking about a person who is not easily swayed or convinced by others' opinions or beliefs.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words describe a lack of belief or conviction.
- 2Both words suggest a need for more evidence or proof.
- 3Both words can be used to describe a person's attitude towards an idea or argument.
What is the difference?
- 1Focus: Sceptical emphasizes questioning the validity of something, while unconvinced focuses on the lack of persuasion.
- 2Degree: Sceptical implies a stronger sense of doubt or disbelief than unconvinced.
- 3Usage: Sceptical is more commonly used in British English, while unconvinced is more common in American English.
- 4Connotation: Sceptical can have a negative connotation of being overly critical or cynical, while unconvinced is more neutral in tone.
Remember this!
Sceptical and unconvinced are synonyms that describe a lack of belief or conviction. However, sceptical implies a stronger sense of doubt or questioning the validity of something, while unconvinced suggests a lack of persuasion or uncertainty. Additionally, sceptical is more commonly used in British English and can have a negative connotation, while unconvinced is more neutral and common in American English.
