Distrusted

The past tense and past participle of the verb 'distrust,' meaning to have a lack of trust or confidence in someone or something. It implies suspicion, doubt, or skepticism regarding the honesty, reliability, or competence of an individual, group, or entity. Distrust stems from a perceived risk of harm, betrayal, or failure to meet expectations. It can involve a sense of wariness and a reluctance to rely on the subject of distrust. Often the feeling is borne from past experiences or reputation. The degree of distrust can range from mild suspicion to complete lack of faith.

Distrusted meaning with examples

• After the scandal, the public distrusted the politician's promises. Voters distrusted the campaign's pledges, questioning their veracity due to previous broken commitments. The lingering doubt colored their perception. Media scrutiny amplified the distrust.
• The team distrusted the new recruit's claims of experience. They viewed their prior lack of work experience with skepticism. Their hesitation affected the projects momentum and progress. Reluctantly, the team chose to work around their colleague.
• She distrusted her instincts about the suspicious email. It appeared too good to be true; a gut feeling. Refusing to act, the wise woman refused to let her suspicion grow to influence her opinion. With this she saved her funds and protected her security.
• He distrusted the market's rapid fluctuations and sold his stocks. Concerned by the volatility, he opted for a safer investment option to protect his capital. Hesitation and a lack of belief in a rebound caused this decision that benefited his portfolio.
• The detective distrusted the witness's inconsistent testimony, making it hard to conclude the case. The detective found no credible information from this key witness. This slowed the detective's progress and delayed finding the guilty party.