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cynic

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Main Entry:
cyn·ic 
          Listen to the pronunciation of cynic
Pronunciation:
\ˈsi-nik\
Function:
noun
Etymology:
Middle French or Latin, Middle French cynique, from Latin cynicus, from Greek kynikos, literally, like a dog, from kyn-, kyōn dog — more at hound
Date:
1542
1capitalized : an adherent of an ancient Greek school of philosophers who held the view that virtue is the only good and that its essence lies in self-control and independence2: a faultfinding captious critic ; especially : one who believes that human conduct is motivated wholly by self-interest
cynic adjective


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