skeptical

[/ˈskɛptɪkəl/]

adjective

cético

1. not easily convinced; having doubts or reservations about something

I am skeptical about his promises.

Sou cético sobre suas promessas.

2. relating to or characteristic of skepticism; questioning established beliefs

She approached the claim with a skeptical eye.

Ela abordou a afirmação com um olhar cético.

3. expressing doubt or disbelief

He gave a skeptical smile at the suggestion.

Ele deu um sorriso cético à sugestão.

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Regional Variations

General Brazilian

cético

most common form in Brazilian Portuguese

Rio de Janeiro

cético

standard usage

São Paulo

cético

standard usage; sometimes 'desconfiado' in informal speech

Portugal

cético

standard form; may also use 'descrente' or 'desconfiado'

cast a skeptical eye on something

with a grain of salt

I'll believe it when I see it

take something with a pinch of salt

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