ANTISENTIMENTAL Synonyms: 16 Similar and Opposite Words

antisentimental

adjective

Definition of antisentimental

as in cynical

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cynical

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In this cynical age, our local registrars of voters, usually one from each party, remain respected public officials.

— Kevin Rennie, Hartford Courant, 1 Aug. 2026
The novel follows Lila Dixon, an acerbic, cynical baseball scout living a dreary and closed-off life in her 30s.

— Stuart Miller, Los Angeles Times, 29 July 2026

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