scepticism
noun (British English)(North American English skepticism)
[uncountable, singular]an attitude of doubting that claims or statements are true or that something will happen 懷疑態度;懷疑主義 Such claims should be regarded with a certain amount of scepticism. 對這樣的說法,大可不必全信。 Other scientists have expressed scepticism about these results. 其他科學家對這些結果表示懷疑。
Extra ExamplesMy initial scepticism was replaced with respectful admiration. 我最初的懷疑後來變成了欽佩和崇敬。 She has a healthy scepticism towards the claims in the company's report. 她對公司報告中的說法抱着應有的懷疑。 Some attorneys share her scepticism about the new plan. 一些律師和她一樣對這個新方案持懷疑態度。 The President's claim must be regarded with a healthy dose of scepticism. 必須對總統的說法持適度的懷疑。 This claim has often been met with scepticism. 這種說法常常遭遇質疑。 This theory was initially received with great scepticism by her fellow scientists. 她的科學界同行最初對這一理論持有強烈的懷疑態度。
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