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“There is nothing so pitiful as a young cynic because he has gone from knowing nothing to believing nothing.”
Meaning: Cynicism can pass for wisdom, yet it closes you off from learning. Staying open and curious is a stronger attitude. -
“Cynicism is humor in ill health.”
Meaning: This suggests cynicism is a distorted form of humor. -
“Skepticism is not cynicism; it is the discipline of questioning without abandoning reason.”
Meaning: Skepticism is healthy.