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What does 'cynical' imply about a person's view of others' motives?
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A
Believing in the goodness of human nature
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B
Having a positive and trusting view of others' intentions
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C
Being naive about people's true intentions
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D
Distrusting or disparaging the motives of others
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Believing in the goodness of human nature
B
Having a positive and trusting view of others' intentions
C
Being naive about people's true intentions
D
Distrusting or disparaging the motives of others
A 'cynical' person is one who tends to believe that others act primarily out of self-interest rather than goodwill or altruism. This outlook often involves skepticism about people's intentions and a tendency to assume hidden agendas or selfish motives behind actions. Cynicism can be a result of experience, observation, or philosophical perspective.
- A) Believing in the goodness of human nature: This is the opposite of cynical, as it assumes people are inherently good.
- B) Having a positive and trusting view of others' intentions: Incorrect because cynicism implies distrust, not trust.
- C) Being naive about people's true intentions: Naivety suggests ignorance or innocence, while cynicism implies awareness but with a skeptical lens.
Cynical attitudes may influence how one interprets social interactions, politics, or business decisions, often expecting ulterior motives behind otherwise normal behavior.
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