How to Pronounce "cynical"
word
/ˈsɪnɪkəɫ/
SI-ni-kuhl
/sˈɪnɪkəl/
SI-ni-kuhl
Definition
Describes someone who believes that people are mostly motivated by selfishness or that good actions always have hidden, selfish reasons.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈsɪnɪkəɫ/
British English
/sˈɪnɪkəl/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
SI-ni-kuhl
UK
SI-ni-kuhl
Listen in Context
He became very cynical after losing his job.
She gave a cynical laugh at the good news.
Many people are cynical about politicians.
Don't be so cynical—not everyone has a hidden agenda.