Trust vs. Mistrust

What Is Their Main Difference?

Both refer to having faith in something. However, 'trust' is abut relying on something or someone, whereas, 'mistrust' shows a lack of confidence in somthing.

Differences

'Trust' refers to believing in something or someone, while, 'mistrust' refers to not being able to have confidence in something because it sounds suspicious to you. Look below:

Example

I trusted you.

Excuse me, but you mistrusting me is not my responsibility.

Similarities

They have no similarities because they are antonyms.

Are They Interchangeable?

We cannot use them interchangeably because they are antonyms. Compare:

Example

✓ How can I ever trust you again?

X How can I ever mistrust you again?

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