English Synonym Finder

distrust

Definitions

The feeling that someone or something cannot be relied upon or trusted.

To doubt the honesty or reliability of; to regard with suspicion.

Examples

The villagers felt a deep sense of distrust toward the mysterious stranger who arrived in town.

Years of broken promises led her to distrust everything he said.

Synonyms

mistrust suspicion skepticism doubt wariness cynicism misgiving

Antonyms

trust confidence faith belief reliance certainty assurance