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cynicism的意思

cynicism
英式音标['sɪnɪsɪz(ə)m]
美式英标['sɪnɪsɪz(ə)m]

基本解释

n. 玩世不恭,愤世嫉俗;犬儒主义;冷嘲热讽

英文词源

cynicism (n.)
1670s, "philosophy of the Cynics," from cynic + -ism. Meaning "cynical character" is from 1847. For nuances of usage of cynicism, see humor.

实用例句

1. He was dismayed at the cynicism of the youngsters.
他对年轻人的玩世不恭感到惊愕。
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2. This talk betrays a certain cynicism about free trade.
这番讲话流露出一种对自由贸易不看好的态度。
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3. He is cynicism incarnate.
他是愤世嫉俗的极端体现。
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4. I found Ben's cynicism wearing at times.
我有时觉得本的愤世嫉俗令人厌烦。
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5. She viewed his new interest in her with cynicism.
她以怀疑讥讽的态度看待他重新对她感兴趣这件事.
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