skeptical

Definition

Having, or expressing doubt; questioning.

Etymology

From Latin scepticus + -al; attested earlier than skeptic. By surface analysis, skeptic + -al.

Example Sentences

• "My teacher was skeptical when I told her my dog ate my homework."
• "Tom was skeptical when Paul told him that he saw Bigfoot."
• "I can see why people are so skeptical [sic] about him, but I think he's on to something here."