Naive

/naɪˈiːv/

Meaning & Definition

adjective

lacking experience, wisdom, or judgment; innocent or unsophisticated.

Her naive approach to investing led her to lose a lot of money.

showing a lack of critical thinking or a simplistic understanding of a complex situation.

His naive belief that everyone is good at heart was charming but unrealistic.

artistic style characterized by simple, childlike forms and colors.

The gallery showcased naive art that captivated viewers with its simplicity.

having a natural or unaffected manner, often in a charming way.

She spoke with a naive honesty that made everyone trust her immediately.

From French 'naïf', from Latin 'nativus', meaning 'native'.

naive question

A question demonstrating lack of knowledge or experience.

naive optimism

An unwarranted belief that things will turn out well, despite evidence to the contrary.

naive perspective

A viewpoint that lacks depth or understanding of complex issues.

innocent

Free from moral wrong; not corrupted.

gullible

Easily deceived or tricked.

unsophisticated

Not having or showing much experience or knowledge.

Green

He's still green in the industry; he doesn't know how things work.

Wet behind the ears

Don't mind him; he's still wet behind the ears when it comes to dealing with clients.