Sceptic Crossword Clue

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We've checked our database and believe the answer is CYNIC which was last seen in the The Guardian Speedy crossword.
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We think the answer to this crossword clue is: CYNIC

Updated: October 15, 2023 by Nicoli Westwood

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Rank		Letters	Answer	Clue
1	97%	5		Exact Match!
2	90%	7		Skeptic
3	90%	10		One seeking information

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We think the answer is "CYNIC" which means:

noun

• Someone who is critical of the motives of others
• A member of a group of ancient greek philosophers who advocated the doctrine that virtue is the only good and that the essence of virtue is self-control

adjective

• Cynical (in all senses)
• Relating to the dog star.

An example sentence would be:

• "He was known as a cynic because he always criticized everything."
• "The cynic in him questioned the motives behind the charity's actions."

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Clue Last Found In...

Source	#Number	Answer
The Guardian Speedy03 May 2015	Across 8
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