Credulity and Mistrust

Opposite meaning words

Credulity noun - Readiness to believe the claims of others without sufficient evidence.

Usage example: the quack pushing the phony medicine was taking advantage of the credulity of people hoping for miracle cures

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Mistrust is an antonym for credulity.

Nearby Words: credulous, credulously

Mistrust noun - A feeling or attitude that one does not know the truth, truthfulness, or trustworthiness of someone or something.

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Credulity is an antonym for mistrust.

complete credulity

complete mistrust

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