Vocabulary
Sceptical
English and Urdu gloss, synonyms and antonyms, and example usage from our editorial sentence cache where available.
English meaning
not easily convinced; having doubts or reservations.
Urdu meaning
شکی، شک کرنے والا، ریبی
Example sentences (from Dawn)
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Speaking to a sceptical domestic audience, he said the military operation was `nearing completion` but before that Iran would be hit `extremely hard`.In recent days, he has also struggled to find an off-ramp.
Dawn Editorials —
No easy way out
— 2026-04-06
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The mixed messages coming from the US have only muddied the waters further, and the Iranians remain very sceptical with good reason of American claims that the US wants a deal.
Dawn Editorials —
Five-point plan
— 2026-04-02
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At the outset, Trump was sceptical of Israel`s attacks on Iran, and refused to be drawn in.
Dawn Editorials —
The arrogance of Trump`s America
— 2026-03-13
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A concerted effort is needed to build trust, especially in communities at greatest risk of experiencing an outbreak, and to continue reiterating to sceptical parents the message that the polio vaccine is safe and works to protect children.
Dawn Editorials —
Polio, again
— 2026-03-07
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They feel their concerns are ignored by political leaders and are sceptical about the ability of traditional politicians to represent them.
Dawn Editorials —
Young and restless
— 2026-03-02
Synonyms
dubious, doubtful, having reservations, taking something with a pinch of salt,
Antonyms
certain, convinced, optimistic
Curator example
“the public were deeply sceptical about some of the proposals”
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