Mistrustful
Mistrustful adjective - Inclined to doubt or question claims.
Usage example: we were mistrustful of the so-called “miracle cure” for obesity
Trusting is an antonym for mistrustful.
Trusting
Trusting adjective - Having or showing trust in another.
Usage example: Delia couldn't look into her dog's trusting eyes as she drove him to the vet
Mistrustful is an antonym for trusting.
Both words in one sentence
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However, Supergirl is very trusting and idealistic as opposite to Batgirl who is pretty cynical and mistrustful.
- Fen is a clever, mistrustful Fiery Redhead who really, really hates the Capitol, to the point where she wants to rebel, whereas her younger brother Lark is openly kind, trusting, and mellow.
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