How to Pronounce "cynic"

word

ˈsɪnɪk

SIN-ik

sˈɪnɪk

SIN-ik

Definition

A cynic is a person who believes that people are mainly motivated by self-interest and distrusts others' sincerity or good intentions.

American English

ˈsɪnɪk

British English

sˈɪnɪk

SIN-ik

Tom is a cynic who never trusts anyone's promises.

A cynic thinks people help others only for personal gain.

He called her a cynic because she didn't believe his story.

Don't be such a cynic—sometimes people really do mean well.