having doubts or reservations; not easily convinced.
skept+ic+al
Shared component: skept · examine
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Related forms: skept · 3 words in this dictionary
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Shared components, not spelling prefixesa person who questions or doubts accepted opinions or claims.
skept+ic
Shared component: skept · examine
an attitude of doubting the truth of something (such as a claim or statement)
skept+ic+ism
Shared component: skept · examine