Sneeringly distrustful (7)

I believe the answer is:

cynical

(Other definitions for cynical that I've seen before include "Disinclined to believe the sincerity of others" , "streetwise" , "Adjective for person who never believes in good motives" , "Of a pessimistic disposition about the world" , "Believing the worst of motives" .)

I've seen this clue in the Penny Press.

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