naive
naive
naɪi:v
naiiv
British pronunciation
/naɪˈiːv/
naïve

Definition & Meaning of "naive"in English

01

lacking experience and wisdom due to being young

naive definition and meaning
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She was naive to the ways of the world, trusting everyone she met without question.
02

(of a person) simple and innocent, lacking worldly experience or understanding of complexity

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The naive student believed every word the speaker said, without questioning it.
03

lacking experience, wisdom, or understanding about the world, often resulting in being overly trusting or easily deceived

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The naive approach to software development led to significant bugs in the program.
04

(of an art style) intentionally avoiding advanced techniques, featuring bold simplicity, bright colors, and a childlike directness, often with little or no perspective

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The artist embraced a naive style, using bright colors and simplistic forms to convey emotion.
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