distrustful

[/dɪˈstrʌstfəl/]

adjective

desconfiado

1. feeling or showing lack of trust; suspicious

He was distrustful of the stranger's intentions.

Ele era desconfiado das intenções do estranho.

2. prone to suspicion; skeptical

She had a distrustful nature after her past experiences.

Ela tinha uma natureza desconfiada após suas experiências passadas.

NYC Slang

sus (informal shortening of suspicious)

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General Brazilian

desconfiado

most common usage, neutral tone

São Paulo

desconfiado

standard usage in formal and informal contexts

Portugal

desconfiado

also used with slight emphasis on skepticism

to view with a distrustful eye

distrustful of appearances

a distrustful disposition

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