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2006/07/26

cynicism

typically a cover for ignorance, or the lack of objectivity. Often people who wish they were cool will adopt the cynical point of view in a group discussion in an attempt to take the position of authority. Since it is always easier to tear down an existing idea than to provide a new one.

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