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naively

UK
/naɪˈiːvli/
US
/nəˈivli/

Translations

naivelyadverb
UK
/naɪˈiːvli/
US
/nəˈivli/
She naively believed that everyone was honest.
Она наивно верила, что все честны.
Synonyms
innocently
gullibly
unsophisticatedly
artlessly
childishly

Definitions

naivelyadverb
In a way that shows a lack of experience, wisdom, or judgment.
She naively believed that everyone she met had good intentions.
Without considering or understanding the complexities or realities of a situation; simplistically.
The report assumes, naively, that all users will follow the rules.
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