Synonyms for Naif
Definition of naif
- adjective
- marked by or showing unaffected simplicity and lack of guile or worldly experience; "a teenager's naive ignorance of life"; "the naive assumption that things can only get better"; "this naive simple creature with wide friendly eyes so eager to believe appearances"
- noun
- a naive or inexperienced person
12 synonyms found
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