pyrrhonize

/pɪˈroʊnaɪz/

Definitions

1. verb

to doubt or question everything, especially in a skeptical or philosophical manner

“The philosopher’s habit of pyrrhonizing everything made it difficult for him to make simple decisions.”

2. noun

the act of doubting or questioning everything, especially in a skeptical or philosophical manner

“The student’s pyrrhonization of the entire curriculum was causing him to struggle in school.”

Synonyms

  • philosophize
  • question
  • skeptical

Antonyms

  • assert
  • certify