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Ingenue
01
the role of an innocent artless young woman in a play
Grammatical Information
Animacy status
Human
Composition
Compound
Countable
Plural form
ingenues
02
a young, innocent, and naive character, often a young woman, in a story or play
Who is an "ingénue"?
An ingénue is a character, typically a young woman, who is innocent, naïve, and often portrayed as a romantic interest in literature, film, or theater. This character is usually depicted as charming and pure, with a simplistic or idealized view of the world. The ingénue often serves as a foil to more experienced or morally complex characters, highlighting their innocence and often driving the plot through their interactions and relationships.
03
an actress who specializes in playing the role of an artless innocent young girl
