cynique

Definitions of cynique
  1. noun
    someone who is critical of the motives of others
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    types:
    détracteur
    one who disparages or belittles the worth of something
    calomniateur
    one who attacks the reputation of another by slander or libel
    calomniateur
    one who spreads real or alleged scandal about another (usually for political advantage)
    type of:
    personne déplaisante, personne désagréable
    a person who is not pleasant or agreeable
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