scepticism
noun (British English)(North American English skepticism)
[uncountable, singular]an attitude of doubting that claims or statements are true or that something will happen 怀疑态度；怀疑主义 Such claims should be regarded with a certain amount of scepticism. 对这样的说法，大可不必全信。 Other scientists have expressed scepticism about these results. 其他科学家对这些结果表示怀疑。
Extra ExamplesMy initial scepticism was replaced with respectful admiration. 我最初的怀疑后来变成了钦佩和崇敬。 She has a healthy scepticism towards the claims in the company's report. 她对公司报告中的说法抱着应有的怀疑。 Some attorneys share her scepticism about the new plan. 一些律师和她一样对这个新方案持怀疑态度。 The President's claim must be regarded with a healthy dose of scepticism. 必须对总统的说法持适度的怀疑。 This claim has often been met with scepticism. 这种说法常常遭遇质疑。 This theory was initially received with great scepticism by her fellow scientists. 她的科学界同行最初对这一理论持有强烈的怀疑态度。
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