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ingenuousness

[ɪnˈdʒenjuəsnəs]

ingenuousness Definition

  • 1the quality of being innocent and unsuspecting
  • 2lack of sophistication or worldliness

Using ingenuousness: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "ingenuousness" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    Her ingenuousness made her an easy target for the scam artist.

  • Example

    The politician's ingenuousness was refreshing in a world of deceit.

  • Example

    His ingenuousness was endearing, but it also made him vulnerable to manipulation.

ingenuousness Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for ingenuousness

Antonyms for ingenuousness

Phrases with ingenuousness

  • the innocence and lack of guile that is characteristic of young people

    Example

    She was struck by the ingenuousness of youth in her students.

  • the quality of being open and honest in one's communication

    Example

    Her ingenuousness of expression made it clear that she had nothing to hide.

  • the simplicity and straightforwardness of a design

    Example

    The ingenuousness of the product's design made it easy to use.

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Summary: ingenuousness in Brief

Ingenuousness [ɪnˈdʒenjuəsnəs] refers to the quality of being innocent and unsuspecting, or lacking sophistication or worldliness. It is often associated with youth and honesty of expression. Examples include 'Her ingenuousness made her an easy target for the scam artist,' and 'The politician's ingenuousness was refreshing in a world of deceit.' Synonyms include 'naivety' and 'simplicity.'