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.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈsɪnɪk
British English
sˈɪnɪk
Simplified Pronunciation
US
SIN-ik
UK
SIN-ik
Listen in Context
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.