distrust

Distrust is when you don't believe or have faith in someone's words, actions, or intentions. This can be about a person, an organization, or even a system.

When we talk about distrust, it usually means that someone has broken our trust before, and now we're not sure if they'll do the right thing again. For example, if you lent your friend money last time, but they didn't pay you back as promised, you might start to feel distrust towards them next time. Or, if a company makes false promises about their products or services, customers might begin to distrust that brand. Even governments can lose people's trust when they don't keep their word or make decisions without considering the public's needs. Distrust is like a shadow of doubt that follows us around until we see proof of someone's good intentions and actions.