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Cynicism is the belief that people always act selfishly.
I found Ben’s cynicism wearing at times.
≠ idealism
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2.
Cynicism about something is the belief that it cannot be successful or that the people involved are not honourable.
This talk betrays a certain cynicism about free trade.
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