Yuval Noah Harari

As a historian, I'm sceptical about conspiracy theories because the world is far too complicated to be managed by a few billionaires drinking scotch behind some closed doors. But I do think that the voters are correct in sensing that they're really losing power. And in reaction, they give the system an angry kick.

Israeli Historian

Arunachalam Muruganantham

There were offers from a few Bollywood filmmakers, but I was sceptical as to whether those films will do justice to my vision or even my life. I was also apprehensive because what if I sign an agreement and give the rights to some filmmaker, and he shelves the project?

Indian Businessman

Christopher Nolan

I don't particularly enjoy watching films in 3D because I think that a well-shot and well-projected film has a very three-dimensional quality to it, so I'm somewhat sceptical of the technology.

British Director

Aidan Turner

I want to spend the night alone in a haunted mansion. I wouldn't say I'm sceptical because that word implies the truth is out there when there is no truth out there.

Irish Actor

Jose Angel Gurria

Governments need to be seriously sceptical about whether new coal provides a good deal for their citizens.

Mexican Economist

Natan Sharansky

I was inspired to write this book by those who are sceptical of the power of freedom to change the world.

Russian Writer

J. Paul Getty

The rich are not born sceptical or cynical. They are made that way by events, circumstances.

American Businessman

Gavin Esler

As journalists we are sceptical by nature, but there are some things you take on trust.

Scottish Journalist

Nassim Nicholas Taleb

Most people are sceptical about the wrong things and gullible about the wrong things.

Lebanese Scientist

Tyler Henry

It's really important to differentiate between being sceptical and cynical.

American Entertainer

Use 'sceptical' to show you question the truth or reliability of something.

Expressing Doubt

It suggests a cautious attitude towards accepting new ideas or proposals.

Conveying Caution

Implies a general mistrust or questioning of accepted norms and claims.

Underlying Mistrust

Use 'sceptical' when discussing doubt or disbelief in religious matters.

Religious Doubt

Can describe someone transitioning from belief to doubt, particularly in faith.

Transition of Belief

Reflects a personal stance of questioning religious or spiritual claims.

Personal Conviction

 But this one, I can't believe that, Jason. She's just utterly unfazed. So, she's definitely got the scent of this young bear coming in here and Ava is coming around the back. She's a bit more sceptical.

Sceptical