Meaning of the word mistrust in English

What does mistrust mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

mistrust

US /ˌmɪsˈtrʌst/
UK /ˌmɪsˈtrʌst/
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Noun

a lack of trust or confidence in someone or something

Example:
There is a deep mistrust between the two political parties.
Her mistrust of strangers made it hard for her to make friends.

Verb

to have little confidence in; to be suspicious of

Example:
I have no reason to mistrust him.
She began to mistrust her own judgment.
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