DOUBTING THOMASES Synonyms: 17 Similar and Opposite Words

doubting Thomases

noun

plural of doubting Thomas

as in skeptics

a person who is always ready to doubt or question the truth or existence of something an astronomer who enjoys taking the role of the doubting Thomas in debates with UFOlogists

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Noun

Throughout their career the Warrens attracted persistent criticism from skeptics, and several people connected to their cases disputed the accuracy of their accounts.

— Frannie Comstock, Encyclopedia Britannica, 28 Oct. 2026
The boost in contrast, color accuracy, and brightness will surely win over some skeptics.

— Eric Zeman, PC Magazine, 28 Oct. 2026

Definition of skeptics

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Reporters could jump in with questions during the other interviews Friday, but Atlanta public relations staff selected the questioners during Reese’s availability.

— Dan Zaksheske OutKick, FOXNews.com, 23 Oct. 2026
Fourteen minutes and just three questioners later, she was done.

— ABC News, ABC News, 14 Oct. 2026

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