Skeptical Terminology

adjective a word that describes a noun or pronoun, in this case, disbelieving describes a person or their actions of not believing something

• The scientist looked at the evidence with a disbelieving expression.
• She raised an eyebrow in a disbelieving manner.
• I was totally disbelieving when I heard the news.
• His disbelieving eyes told a different story than his words.

noun a feeling of disbelief

adjective incredulous (having or showing disbelief)

• The scientist's groundbreaking discovery was met with incredulity from his peers.
• I watched in incredulity as the magician pulled a rabbit out of his hat.
• I couldn't believe it, my incredulity levels were off the charts!
• Her incredulity at the news was like a heavy weight on her shoulders.