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incredulity

[in-kri-doo-li-tee, -dyoo-] / ˌɪn krɪˈdu lɪ ti, -ˈdju- /
NOUN
disbelief
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Imagine McNealy’s incredulity over buying SpaceX at 93 times.

From Barron's May 29, 2026

In a further appearance in front of MPs the same year, Brittin was met with incredulity when he told them he didn't know how much he got paid.

From BBC Mar. 25, 2026

Ms. Hughes plays Ruth with a combative defensiveness, and not a little contempt, as she listens with incredulity to Jay’s obvious ignorance of the Troubles.

From The Wall Street Journal Mar. 19, 2026

Co-owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe previously voiced incredulity about Casemiro's £18.2m annual salary, and the 73-year-old has vowed to drive down costs.

From BBC Mar. 16, 2026

I stare at the floor, ashamed at the incredulity on Mazen's face.

From "An Ember in the Ashes" by Sabaa Tahir




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