distrust

[dɪsˈtrʌst]

distrust Definition

• 1. the feeling that you cannot trust someone or something
• 2. to have no confidence in someone or something

Using distrust: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "distrust" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  I distrust politicians who make promises they can't keep.

• Example

  The company's poor track record has led to widespread distrust among consumers.

• Example

  Her past experiences have left her with a deep sense of distrust towards men.

distrust Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for distrust

• mistrust
• suspicion
• doubt
• disbelief
• skepticism

Antonyms for distrust

• trust
• confidence
• faith

Phrases with distrust

• distrust of authority

  a lack of trust in those who hold positions of power or control

  Example

  The protests were fueled by a growing distrust of authority and the government.

• deep-seated distrust

  a strong and long-standing lack of trust

  Example

  Years of conflict have resulted in a deep-seated distrust between the two groups.

• meet with distrust

  to be viewed with suspicion or skepticism

  Example

  His proposal met with distrust from the other members of the committee.

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Summary: distrust in Brief

Distrust [dɪsˈtrʌst] is a feeling of not being able to trust someone or something. It can also refer to having no confidence in someone or something. Examples include 'I distrust politicians who make promises they can't keep' and 'Her past experiences have left her with a deep sense of distrust towards men.' Phrases like 'distrust of authority' and 'meet with distrust' are also common.