naive
/naɪˈiːv/
CEFR level B2Topic ThinkingWord #3384 in the learning path
天真的；轻信的
Definitions
adj. Too willing to trust because of limited experience.
天真的；轻信的
Example
I was naive to believe the repair would cost nothing.
我竟以为维修不用花钱，真是太天真了。
It would be naive to assume that economic growth alone can solve every social problem.
认为单靠经济增长就能解决所有社会问题，是不切实际的。
Collocations
- naive assumption
- naive optimism
- politically naive
Word family
- naively (adv.)
- naivety (n.)
Synonyms
- inexperienced
- gullible
Antonyms
- sophisticated
- worldly
Usage tip
常含缺乏经验、容易轻信之意，并非单纯褒义。
FAQ
- What does naive mean?
- Too willing to trust because of limited experience.
- How is naive pronounced?
- UK /naɪˈiːv/, US /naɪˈiːv/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
