cynically  /ˈsɪ nɪ kə li/ ? Meaning of "cynically"

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Definition(s):

  • (adv) with cynicism; in a cynical manner

Usage(s):

  1. That omission was greeted cynically by Western diplomats.
  2. While normally shy people would continue to try, and eventually succeed, in connecting with others, cynically shy individuals internalize the rejection and alienate themselves.
  3. Remember, Estradahowever cynicallywas acting within the framework of the law and under the terms called for by the impeachment proceedings.

Quotes

  1. "You can cynically say that it is kicking the can down the road," Bush said. "I don't appreciate that, because this is an important part of my belief that it is necessary to protect ourselves." "I knew this was of concern to him and I...
    on Apr 6, 2008 By: President Bush Source: FOXNews

  2. "We had a problem not with the personalities, we had a problem with the institution," Regev said. "We saw a situation whereby the human rights mechanism of the UN was being cynically exploited to advance an anti-Israel agenda. This would do...
    on Dec 11, 2006 By: Mark Regev Source: Guardian Unlimited

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