skeptical
adjectiveUK /ˈskeptɪkəl/
US /ˈskeptɪkəl/
Not sure if something is true.
She was skeptical when her brother said he saw a unicorn in the garden.
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OTHER MEANINGS
2. Doubting that something will work or happen.
He was skeptical that the old car would start in the cold.
3. Not easily believing claims without proof.
A skeptical scientist asked for evidence before accepting the result.
4. Showing doubt in a questioning way.
She gave a skeptical look when she heard the excuse.