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escéptico

skeptic

noun adjective es-SEP-tee-koh Rare
Mind & Emotions Attitudes

Origin: from Greek skeptikos, 'inquiring'

Also means

skeptical

Usage Note

Escéptico functions as both a noun ('a skeptic') and an adjective ('skeptical'). The feminine form is escéptica. It carries a neutral or mildly positive tone in academic contexts but can sound dismissive in everyday speech; incrédulo overlaps but stresses disbelief rather than methodical doubt.

Examples

"El científico era escéptico ante esa teoría."

Natural Translation

The scientist was skeptical of that theory.

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