unfaith

noun

Definition of unfaithnext
as in denial

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for unfaith
  1. denial
  2. uncertainty
  3. repudiation
  4. doubt
  5. skepticism
  6. rejection
  7. distrust
  8. mistrust
Noun
  • But, as Hurston must have understood on some level, there was little chance that Hollywood would touch her book, because the key move in her revision of Biblical history was the denial of the divinity of Jesus.
    Louis Menand, The New Yorker, 13 Jan. 2025
  • What To Know About Chris Wright Chris Wright, CEO of Liberty Energy and Donald Trump's nominee for energy secretary, has faced criticism for his outspoken denial of the climate crisis and for Liberty Energy's involvement in a racial bias lawsuit, which was settled with federal authorities in 2024.
    John Mac Ghlionn, Newsweek, 13 Jan. 2025
Definition of denial
Noun
  • The uncertainty around his future had become an increasing distraction for the club, with negotiations lasting several weeks.
    Sebastian Stafford-Bloor, The Athletic, 9 Jan. 2025
  • What's Next The Syrian transitional government is still in its formative stages, leaving uncertainty about its implications for the country's future.
    Tommy Tuberville, Newsweek, 9 Jan. 2025
Definition of uncertainty
Noun
  • It had been abandoned by its traditional allies – Russia, Iran, and Lebanon’s Hezbollah – as well as by Arab nations that in recent years had changed course from their repudiation of the regime’s brutal suppression of dissent and pursued normalization.
    Dominique Soguel, The Christian Science Monitor, 9 Dec. 2024
  • Zoom in: Lawmakers on both sides of the election told Axios the loss shouldn't be read as a repudiation of Ocasio-Cortez, noting several factors working against her.
    Andrew Solender, Axios, 17 Dec. 2024
Definition of repudiation
Noun
  • There’s a lot to like about the room, but the highlight, without a doubt, is a sitting area overlooking the garden that doubles as the best seat for the Noh stage.
    Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 5 Jan. 2025
  • However, there is little doubt that the storm will not materialize in the Kansas City area.
    Robert A. Cronkleton, Kansas City Star, 4 Jan. 2025
Definition of doubt
Noun
  • In Mexico, the migrant panic button plan has been greeted with considerable skepticism.
    Patrick J. McDonnell, Los Angeles Times, 8 Jan. 2025
  • For CEOs grappling with skepticism, the key is to foster excitement without ignoring the risks.
    Alexander Puutio, Forbes, 8 Jan. 2025
Definition of skepticism
Noun
  • Once that’s complete, the living cells are then processed away, leaving the artery structure behind, which can then be implanted in a new patient without risk of rejection.
    Alex Knapp, Forbes, 10 Jan. 2025
  • There was the blow of rejection by Southgate for Euro 2024.
    Oliver Kay, The Athletic, 9 Jan. 2025
Definition of rejection
Noun
  • Rogers says many people she's worked with have been rocked by their sudden distrust of the land beneath their feet – literally.
    Katia Riddle, NPR, 8 Jan. 2025
  • Because of his distrust of international agreements, President-elect Trump could issue major reservations to the IHR or withdraw entirely.
    Lawrence O. Gostin, Scientific American, 8 Jan. 2025
Definition of distrust
Noun
  • MicroStrategy has continuously bought Bitcoin since then, building significant ownership that has attracted both respect and mistrust.
    Jim Osman, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
  • Some people conjecture that the drone hysteria is the product of the public’s mistrust of government.
    Michael Hiltzik, Los Angeles Times, 24 Dec. 2024
Definition of mistrust
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unfairness

unfaith

unfaithful

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