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Synonyms & Similar Words
innocent
trusting
credulous
gullible
simple
unsophisticated
ingenuous
artless
unaffected
natural
spontaneous
uncritical
impressionable
inexperienced
green
callow
immature
childish
foolish
silly
ignorant
unaware
oblivious
unconscious
uninformed
unenlightened
uninstructed
untaught
unschooled
Meaning of Naive
The primary meaning of "Naive" is showing a lack of experience or worldly wisdom, being innocent and trusting.
Definitions
- Having or showing a lack of experience or worldly wisdom, being innocent and trusting
- Lacking cunning or worldliness, being artless and unaffected
- Having a simple or unsophisticated nature, being unaware of the complexities or dangers of a situation
Etymology of Naive
The word "Naive" originates from the French word "naïve", which is derived from the Old French word "naif", meaning "native" or "natural", and is related to the Latin word "nativus", meaning "native" or "born"
Historically, the word "Naive" has been used to describe someone who is naturally simple or unsophisticated, without the influence of external factors or experiences
Example Uses
- The naive tourist got lost in the city because she didn't understand the local customs
- He was naive to think that everyone would agree with his proposal
- The naive artist's paintings were charmingly simple and unpretentious
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
sophisticated
experienced
worldly
cynical
jaded
disillusioned
skeptical
distrustful
suspicious
astute
cunning
clever
wise
informed
enlightened
instructed
schooled
mature
grown-up
realistic
practical
shrewd
perceptive
discerning
astute