Get to know Skepticism better with 10+ real example sentences, the meaning and synonyms like disbelief or scepticism. In Dutch this translates to twijfelzucht.
Skepticism in a sentence
Skepticism meaning
- The practice or philosophy of being a skeptic.
- A studied attitude of questioning and doubt.
- The doctrine that absolute knowledge is not possible.
Synonyms of Skepticism
Skepticism vertaling naar Nederlands
Using Skepticism
- The main meaning on this page is: The practice or philosophy of being a skeptic. | A studied attitude of questioning and doubt. | The doctrine that absolute knowledge is not possible.
- Useful related words include: disbelief, scepticism, agnosticism, dubiousness.
- Possible Dutch translations are: twijfelzucht, scepticisme, skepticisme.
- In the example corpus, skepticism often appears in combinations such as: skepticism about, expressed skepticism, with skepticism.
Context around Skepticism
- Average sentence length in these examples: 25.6 words
- Position in the sentence: 8 start, 7 middle, 5 end
- Sentence types: 20 statements, 0 questions, 0 exclamations
Corpus analysis for Skepticism
- In this selection, "skepticism" usually appears near the start of the sentence. The average example has 25.6 words, and this corpus slice is mostly made up of statements.
- Around the word, expressed, philosophical, moral, main, typically and pyrrhonism stand out and add context to how "skepticism" is used.
- Recognizable usage signals include and by skepticism we mean and and the skepticism and doubt. That gives this page its own corpus information beyond isolated example sentences.
- By corpus frequency, "skepticism" sits close to words such as abby, belize and correspond, which helps place it inside the broader word index.
Example types with skepticism
The same corpus examples are grouped by length and sentence type, making it easier to see the contexts in which the word appears:
But the new report also shows why such arguments can be met with skepticism. (14 words)
And they had skepticism about state legislatures and the quality, perhaps, of their decision-making. (15 words)
Despite skepticism, Csuri continued pushing the boundaries of computer capabilities in creating art and animation. (15 words)
And so there was a limit I thought, on how absurd a dream could be before it just starts feeling ridiculous for everyone who’s watching them, because they are awake and they have their skepticism turned on. (38 words)
But the measures have been met with a wave of public skepticism, ridicule and debate, highlighting the challenges China faces as it seeks to stave off a shrinking work force that could imperil economic growth. (35 words)
DeRose, Keith (1999) "Responding to Skepticism", Skepticism: A Contemporary Reader. ) If semantic externalism is true, then the meaning of a word or sentence is not wholly determined by what individuals think those words mean. (34 words)
Example sentences (20)
These products—and the claims touted on their packaging—should be taken with a healthy dose of skepticism, and by skepticism, we mean you should actually sit down and do your research.
DeRose, Keith (1999) "Responding to Skepticism", Skepticism: A Contemporary Reader. ) If semantic externalism is true, then the meaning of a word or sentence is not wholly determined by what individuals think those words mean.
Modern religious skepticism typically emphasizes scientific and historical methods or evidence, with Michael Shermer writing that skepticism is a process for discovering the truth rather than general non-acceptance.
Philosophical skepticism main In philosophical skepticism, pyrrhonism is a position that refrains from making truth claims.
Since error theory denies that there are moral truths, error theory entails moral nihilism and, thus, moral skepticism ; however, neither moral nihilism nor moral skepticism conversely entail error theory.
Skepticism main Skepticism is a position that questions the validity of some or all of human knowledge.
Additionally, some organizations or individuals who have expressed skepticism about the bra-cancer link have been accused of having ties to the bra industry or other financial conflicts of interest.
And so there was a limit I thought, on how absurd a dream could be before it just starts feeling ridiculous for everyone who’s watching them, because they are awake and they have their skepticism turned on.
And the group is also broadly aligned with the American left, including its support for the Black Lives Matter movement and skepticism of capitalism.
And they had skepticism about state legislatures and the quality, perhaps, of their decision-making.
But the measures have been met with a wave of public skepticism, ridicule and debate, highlighting the challenges China faces as it seeks to stave off a shrinking work force that could imperil economic growth.
But the new report also shows why such arguments can be met with skepticism.
Despite skepticism, Csuri continued pushing the boundaries of computer capabilities in creating art and animation.
Do not rely on the employer for advice about the severance package and treat information provided by the employer with a healthy dose of skepticism.
Ellsburg, of course, is famous because he leaked a number of internal government documents called the in which the writers expressed skepticism about the chances for U.S. success in the Vietnam War.
First, there are the issues that move certain Catholics to view the Synod with skepticism or contempt.
He said he understands any skepticism around Congress taking up a nuanced issue that has not been completely fleshed out as well as the odds of getting it through a divided government.
However, it is crucial to approach this issue with prudence, skepticism, and a commitment to finding solutions that truly promote a more just and equitable future.
However, several Indigenous groups have expressed skepticism, saying the bill doesn't sufficiently recognize the right to self-governance or the existence of systemic racism.
In fact, market bottoms are confirmed months after they have happened, and the skepticism and doubt-filled average investor is likely to miss the boat.
Common combinations with skepticism
These word pairs occur most frequently in English texts:
- skepticism about 29×
- expressed skepticism 23×
- with skepticism 23×
- skepticism and 21×
- of skepticism 16×
- and skepticism 13×
- skepticism of 12×
- skepticism that 9×
- skepticism over 7×
- the skepticism 6×