skeptic

noun

skep·​tic ˈskep-tik 

1

: an adherent or advocate of skepticism

2

: a person disposed to skepticism especially regarding religion or religious principles

Synonyms

• disbeliever
• doubter
• doubting Thomas
• questioner
• unbeliever

Examples of skeptic in a Sentence

Skeptics have pointed out flaws in the researchers' methods.

You can believe in ghosts if you like, but I'm still a skeptic.

He is a skeptic and a cynic.

Recent Examples on the Web

The Revolution was a religiously diverse place, from Jews and religious skeptics to Catholics and Christian dissenters. —Adam Jortner, The Conversation, 18 Oct. 2024

In the early days, skeptics dismissed it as a tool for academics and hobbyists. —Vivek Wadhwa, Fortune, 18 Oct. 2024

Challenges and skeptics aside, Tempus is projected to be profitable (on an adjusted EBITDA basis) within the next year, Lefkofsky says, with plenty of room to grow. —Phoebe Liu, Forbes, 17 Oct. 2024

Ruby's public downfall began in 2020 when skeptics grew worried about the Mormon family’s strict household. —Skyler Caruso, People.com, 17 Oct. 2024

Word History

Etymology

Latin or Greek; Latin scepticus, from Greek skeptikos, from skeptikos thoughtful, from skeptesthai to look, consider — more at spy

First Known Use

1587, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Kids Definition

skeptic

noun

skep·​tic ˈskep-tik 

: a person slow to believe or ready to question : doubter