cynical
adjectiveUK /ˈsɪnɪkəl/
US /ˈsɪnɪkəl/
Believing that people only care about themselves and do not really care about others.
After being tricked twice, she became cynical about strangers offering help.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. Showing that you think people are selfish and not honest.
He gave a cynical smile when he heard the promise.
3. Concerned only with your own advantage; selfish.
It was a cynical move to win votes without helping anyone.
4. Mocking or sneering at honest feelings or beliefs.
Her cynical remarks hurt the volunteers who truly cared.