naivety

na-i-ve-ty · noun

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Definitions

noun

  1. 1.

    The quality or state of being naive; lack of experience, wisdom, or sophistication.

  2. 2.

    Innocent simplicity of nature or character.

Related words

Antonyms: cynicism, sophistication, worldliness
See also: gullibility, innocence, naivete
Synonyms: gullibility, ingenuousness, innocence, simplicity

Etymology

From French naivete, adapted to English spelling patterns, from naif meaning "naive."