This is the 11262nd most frequent German word.
skepsis
Skepsis (German): skepticism; doubt or questioning attitude.
In this sentence, 'skepsis' highlights a cautious and critical attitude towards new developments.
Seine Skepsis gegenüber den neuen Technologien erwies sich als unbegründet.
His skepticism towards new technologies turned out to be unfounded.
Here, 'skepsis' emphasizes the participants' initial doubt or distrust, which changes over time.
Die anfängliche Skepsis der Teilnehmer wich allmählich, als die Vorteile des Vorschlags deutlich wurden.
The participants' initial skepticism gradually subsided as the benefits of the proposal became clear.
In this abstract sentence, 'skepsis' is treated as a concept or quality that encourages critical thinking and examination.