🇰🇷Korean Source WordCode: KO

회의적인

Pronunciation / Transliteration: hoegijeogin

🇬🇧 Direct English Meaning:
Skeptical/ˈskɛp.tɪ.kəl/
adjectiveCEFR B2 (Upper)Top #1500 frequency
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🇰🇷 Example Sentence in Korean:

"그녀는 새로운 약의 효과에 대해 회의적이었다."

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2 senses
As adjective
  1. 1

    Not easily convinced; having doubts or reservations.

    "She was skeptical about the effectiveness of the new medication."
  2. 2

    Relating to or characterized by skepticism.

    "His skeptical nature made him question the validity of the claims."

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Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology

The word 'skeptical' originates from the Greek word 'skeptikos', meaning 'thoughtful' or 'inquisitive'. It entered the English language in the late 16th century, evolving to denote a questioning attitude towards knowledge, facts, or opinions.

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