with scepticism

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A common way to describe the manner in which something is done or received, i.e., in a doubting way. 'skepticism' is the AmE spelling.

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Examples (10)

  • The news was greeted with scepticism by the general public.
  • She looked at his explanation with deep scepticism.
  • Most experts viewed the proposal with considerable scepticism.
  • His claims should be treated with a healthy dose of scepticism.
  • The announcement was met with widespread scepticism from investors.
  • I initially reacted to the offer with some scepticism.
  • They listened to her story with growing scepticism.
  • The results of the study were received with scepticism by the scientific community.
  • It is natural to regard such promises with scepticism.
  • The plan was received with a certain amount of scepticism by the board.