How to Pronounce "skeptic"
word
ˈskɛptɪk
SKEP-tik
ˈskɛp.tɪk
SKEP-tik
Definition
A skeptic is a person who doubts or questions things that are widely accepted or taken for granted, often asking for evidence before believing.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈskɛptɪk
British English
ˈskɛp.tɪk
Simplified Pronunciation
US
SKEP-tik
UK
SKEP-tik
Listen in Context
My brother is a skeptic and always asks questions.
A skeptic needs proof before believing a story.
The scientist was called a skeptic by his colleagues.
I used to be a skeptic about online shopping, but now I love it.