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What is another word for Gullible? – 172 Gullible Synonyms

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    Synonyms & Similar Words

    credulous naive trusting impressionable unsuspecting innocent simple foolish silly green unsophisticated unwary unguarded uncritical accepting receptive spontaneous impulsive unwary ingenuous artless childlike wide-eyed innocent simpleminded foolish silly absurd ridiculous laughable ludicrous preposterous absurd idiotic moronic stupid dim-witted obtuse ignorant uninformed misinformed deceived deluded duped cheated swindled hoaxed misled beguiled gulled cozened

    Meaning of Gullible

    The primary meaning of "gullible" is being too willing to believe things, especially when they are not true.

    Definitions

    • Oxford Languages defines "gullible" as having or showing a tendency to believe too readily and without enough evidence, or to be too ready to trust people.
    • * It can also imply a lack of critical thinking or skepticism, making someone more susceptible to deception or manipulation.

    Etymology of Gullible

    The word "gullible" has its roots in the 15th-century word "gull", which meant to deceive or cheat someone.
    Over time, the term evolved to describe someone who is easily deceived or cheated, hence "gullible".

    Example Uses

    • The scam artist preyed on gullible tourists, selling them fake souvenirs.
    • * She was gullible and believed everything he told her, even when it sounded too good to be true.
    • * The company's new policy is designed to protect gullible customers from fraudulent activities.

    Antonyms & Near Antonyms

    skeptical cynical doubtful dubious questioning unbelieving incredulous disbelieving mistrustful suspicious wary cautious prudent careful discerning perceptive astute shrewd clever intelligent wise sensible rational logical analytical critical judgmental discriminating particular fussy meticulous

    Related Nouns

    deception fraud scam swindle cheat hoax trick ruse ploy scheme plot conspiracy illusion delusion misconception misapprehension mistake error fallacy myth legend superstition fantasy fiction lie falsehood untruth misrepresentation distortion exaggeration

    Related Verbs

    deceive cheat swindle dupe hoodwink beguile mislead misinform manipulate exploit take advantage fool trick outwit outsmart outmaneuver defraud cozen gull bamboozle hoodwink delude

    Related Adjectives

    deceitful fraudulent dishonest untrustworthy unreliable unsound unfounded baseless groundless unreasonable irrational illogical absurd ridiculous preposterous laughable ludicrous foolish silly absurd idiotic moronic stupid dim-witted obtuse ignorant uninformed misinformed deceived deluded duped cheated swindled hoaxed misled beguiled gulled cozened