인간의 본성이 이기적이라고 믿는 냉소적인 태도
An inclination to believe that people are motivated purely by self-interest rather than honorable or selfless reasons.
예문:
"The widespread cynicism regarding the new law suggests a lack of faith in the legal system."
"He viewed the charity event with cynicism, suspecting it was merely a tax write-off."
미래나 상황을 부정적으로 보는 비관적인 태도
A general lack of hope or confidence in the future or the success of something; a pessimistic outlook.
예문:
"Her cynicism about the peace talks made it difficult for her to support the new treaty."
"Despite the team's success, a lingering cynicism remains among the fans who expect a collapse."
덕과 자연을 강조하고 세속적 가치를 거부한 고대 그리스 철학
An ancient Greek school of philosophy that emphasized living a life of virtue in agreement with nature and rejecting conventional desires.
예문:
"Diogenes of Sinope is the most famous practitioner of ancient Cynicism."
"The core of early Cynicism was the rejection of wealth in favor of a simple life."