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VocabJLPT N1

distrust

Noun

Definitions

1. distrust
2. mistrust
3. insincerity
4. impiety

This noun expresses a lack of trust or faith in someone or something. It is used in both personal relationships and political contexts, such as when people distrust a government or public institution.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

The late end-of-term report cost us the client's trust.

Sentence 2

My keys went missing again and my suspicion of my roommate started growing.

Sentence 3

A purely formulaic apology only deepens distrust.

Sentence 4

My subordinate asked skeptically, "Are you sure we can trust you with this?"

Sentence 5

A lack of transparency in operations breeds public distrust.