Words Related To Skepticism

noun the loss or lack of reputation or respect

verb to harm the reputation of someone or something

• The journalist worked tirelessly to discredit the false claims made by the politician.
• She tried to discredit his story but no one believed her.
• They were spreading rumors to discredit her reputation.
• His attempt to discredit her work only made her more determined to succeed.

noun a feeling of doubt or suspicion regarding someone or something

verb to regard with doubt or suspicion

• There is a growing sense of distrust among the shareholders towards the company's management.
• I can't help but feel a sense of distrust towards him after he lied to me.
• I have major trust issues with her, there's just too much distrust between us.
• The dark clouds of distrust loomed over their relationship, making it hard for them to trust each other.

adjective cautious or wary due to suspicion or distrust

• The investors were leery of the new company's financial stability.
• I'm a little leery about trying that new restaurant down the street.
• I'm feeling kinda leery about going to that party tonight.
• She was leery of opening up to him about her past.