How to Pronounce "sceptic"
word
ˈskɛptɪk
SKEP-tik
skˈɛptɪk
SKEP-tik
Definition
A sceptic is a person who doubts or questions accepted beliefs, claims, or facts until they are convinced by evidence.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈskɛptɪk
British English
skˈɛptɪk
Simplified Pronunciation
US
SKEP-tik
UK
SKEP-tik
Listen in Context
He is a sceptic when it comes to new technology.
A sceptic needs proof before he believes something.
My friend is a sceptic about ghost stories.
Even as a sceptic, I have to admit that the evidence is convincing.