1.
skeptical, doubtful
Having or expressing doubt about something; inclined to question claims or assertions.
懐疑的な見方をする。
To take a skeptical view.
その計画には懐疑的だ。
I'm skeptical about that plan.
専門家は懐疑的な意見を述べた。
The expert expressed a skeptical opinion.
新しい治療法に対して懐疑的な医師もいる。
Some doctors are skeptical of the new treatment method.
懐疑的 is a formal term for expressing doubt or skepticism. It's commonly used in academic, journalistic, and professional contexts.
Common collocations:
- 懐疑的な見方: skeptical view
- 懐疑的な態度: skeptical attitude
- 〜に懐疑的だ: to be skeptical of ~
Related terms:
- 懐疑: doubt, skepticism (noun)
- 疑問: question, doubt
- 半信半疑: half in doubt