Meaning of the word skeptical in English

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skeptical

US /ˈskep.tɪ.kəl/
UK /ˈskep.tɪ.kəl/
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Adjective

1.

not easily convinced; having doubts or reservations

Example:
She was skeptical about his claims of winning the lottery.
Many scientists remain skeptical of the new theory.
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