naively — In a way that shows lack of experience, wisdom, or judgment; with innocent simplicity.
Part of speech: ADVERB
Definition: In a way that shows lack of experience, wisdom, or judgment; with innocent simplicity.
Pronunciation (IPA): /naɪˈiːvli/
Example Sentences
- He naively thought he could become a millionaire by buying lottery tickets.
- I naively accepted the job offer without reading the contract carefully.
- She naively posted her vacation photos with her house address visible in the background.
naively
ADVERB[/naɪˈiːvli/]
In a way that shows lack of experience, wisdom, or judgment; with innocent simplicity.
The tourist naively trusted the stranger.
She naively believed everyone's promises.
She naively believed in herself and eventually achieved her dream.
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From French 'naïf' meaning 'natural, innocent, artless.' The word originally described someone genuine and unaffected, but gradually shifted to mean 'lacking experience or wisdom.'
Breakdown
From French 'naïf' (natural, innocent) + -ly (adverb suffix meaning 'in a manner of')
🎵Rhyme
📝Examples
“He naively thought he could become a millionaire by buying lottery tickets.”
“I naively accepted the job offer without reading the contract carefully.”
“She naively posted her vacation photos with her house address visible in the background.”
“The students naively expected the final exam to be easy.”
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