What does CYNIC mean?

Here is the requested information on "cynic": Parts of Speech:

Noun

Definitions:

1. a person who believes that people are motivated purely by self-interest rather than acting for honorable or unselfish reasons
2. a person who questions whether something will happen or whether it is worthwhile

Pronunciations:

• US: /ˈsɪnɪk/
• UK: /ˈsɪnɪk/

Origin and Usage:

The word "cynic" comes from the ancient Greek word "kynikos," which means "dog-like." The Cynics were a school of ancient Greek philosophers who believed in living a simple life in accordance with nature. The modern usage of the word "cynic" refers to a person who is distrustful of human nature and motives, or who doubts the sincerity of others.

Synonyms:

• skeptic
• doubter
• pessimist
• disbeliever
• misanthrope

Related Words:

• cinch
• chive
• chime
• chive
• chine

Example Sentences:

1. She was a cynic who believed that everyone was out for themselves.
2. He was a cynic who always questioned the motives of politicians.