skeptically

Thân thiện

He raised an eyebrow and listened skeptically to the story.

Definition

Adverb: * In a manner that shows doubt or a questioning attitude; not easily convinced or persuaded. It describes how someone does something with skepticism.

Usage

The adverb "skeptically" is used to modify a verb, describing how an action is performed. It indicates the action is done with doubt, disbelief, or a critical, questioning mindset. * It typically follows the verb it modifies or comes at the end of a clause. * It can describe physical actions (like looking, listening, or raising an eyebrow) or verbal reactions.

Examples

• She listened skeptically to the salesman's promises.
• The scientist reviewed the data skeptically, looking for any errors.
• "You expect me to believe that?" he asked, raising an eyebrow skeptically.
• The committee members viewed the proposal skeptically.

Advanced Usage

• "To eye someone/something skeptically": To look at someone or something with clear doubt or suspicion.
  • The cat eyed the new toy skeptically before batting it with its paw.
• Used in formal or academic contexts: To describe a critical, evidence-based approach.
  • A good researcher must approach new theories skeptically.

Variants and Related Words

• Skeptical (adjective): Having or expressing doubt.
  • She was skeptical about the plan's chances of success.
• Skepticism (noun): An attitude of doubt or a disposition to incredulity.
  • He viewed the claim with great skepticism.
• Sceptically (adverb): The British English spelling of "skeptically".

Synonyms

• Doubtfully
• Questioningly
• Disbelievingly
• Cynically
• With a grain of salt

Antonyms

• Credulously
• Trustingly
• Unquestioningly
• Gullibly

Học thuật

Adverb

1. with scepticism; in a sceptical manner
   • he looked at her sceptically

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