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Cynicism, at its core, is a pervasive distrust in people’s motives, sincerity, or integrity.

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Cynicism, at its core, is a pervasive distrust in people’s motives, sincerity, or integrity. It’s the belief that behind every action lies selfishness, deceit, or self-interest. While some level of skepticism is essential to navigate life’s complexities, cynicism can easily tip into a dismissive attitude toward others, particularly in politics.

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