Naives

Naives (plural of naive) refers to people exhibiting a lack of experience, judgment, or information, often in a way that leads to a simple and trusting nature; a lack of worldly wisdom. naives tend to be easily persuaded or tricked due to their innocence and unsuspecting character. They frequently demonstrate a childlike wonder and optimism, often without fully grasping the complexities or potential dangers of a situation. Their openness can make them vulnerable, but it can also be seen as a positive trait, representing honesty and purity of heart. Their outlook can cause them to be very vulnerable, so carefulness and caution should be taken, as their intentions are often misinterpreted, and they may not have adequate social skills.

Naives meaning with examples

• The con artist targeted naives on social media, preying on their desire for quick riches. Their innocent belief in the 'too good to be true' promise led to financial ruin. They were drawn into a Ponzi scheme, the naives lost all their life savings due to their lack of business skills. Their unwavering trust made them easy victims to financial exploitation, they showed their naivety about the world.
• She, still a naive student, believed everyone was inherently good and easily accepted strangers' help, putting herself in risky situations. Her lack of experience in the city made her too trusting of others' motives. She had difficulty judging character, and her belief in the goodness of others exposed her to potential scams. Her naives was taken advantage of by those with ill intentions.
• The villagers, naives to the ways of the outside world, welcomed the newcomers with open arms, unaware of their ulterior motives. Their simple life and unblemished perception of the world made them susceptible to manipulation. They were easily swayed by flattering words and empty promises from the city's elite, showing their naivety. They didn't understand the greed that others had and the possible pitfalls of their naive actions.
• His naivety, stemming from a sheltered upbringing, was evident in his disbelief that corruption existed within his trusted organization. He struggled to understand the motives of his peers. His youthful innocence made him resistant to believe the negative behaviors around him and dismissive of cautionary advice. He was blind to the political games being played at his work, in his own naivety.
• Her initial naivety about romantic relationships led her to quickly fall for charming but ultimately unreliable individuals. She idealized her first loves. She was taken by the first glance and was very quick to trust and develop a trusting, open nature in her heart. She was frequently heartbroken, as she had trouble judging people's true feelings.