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Cynic
01
a person who doubts or questions the sincerity and motives of others
Examples
Many viewed him as a cynic because he always doubted the intentions behind charitable acts.
Every time there's a new policy at work, the office cynic questions its real purpose.
02
an ancient Greek philosopher who believed that virtue is the only true good and is achieved through self-control
Examples
Rejecting societal conventions, the cynic philosopher chose a life of austerity and simplicity.
Studying the beliefs of the cynic philosophers provides a deep insight into their views on ethics and virtue.
