Search Dictionary
Definition of credulous

credulous

/ˈkrɛdʒ.ʊ.ləs/
cred · u · lous
Adverb:credulously
JUMP TO:

credulous Lexical Profile

credulous Game Scores & Validity

• adjective

1

Having or showing too great a readiness to believe things; easily tricked or deceived.

Example

"The con artist preyed upon credulous investors who believed his promises of guaranteed overnight wealth."

Synonyms
View all synonyms for credulous
Antonyms
View all antonyms for credulous

Word Nuance & Usage

Do not confuse 'credulous' (meaning gullible or too ready to believe things) with 'credible' (meaning believable or trustworthy) or 'creditable' (meaning worthy of praise).

• Rhymes for credulous

• Nearby Words

creditworthiness
creditworthy
credo
credulous
credulously
cree
creed

Word Origin & Etymology

Borrowed in the late 16th century from the Latin 'credulus' (easily believing), derived from the verb 'credere' (to believe or trust).

Cite this Entry

Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Credulous. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/credulous
Built for writers, students, and competitive word game players, Wordmom combines an uncluttered English dictionary and thesaurus with fast, pattern-based word finders so you can verify definitions, synonyms, and high-scoring tile plays in one place.
Word Games & Solvers
Word FinderScrabble Word FinderWords With Friends CheatWordle SolverAnagram Solver
Dictionary & Reference
DictionarySynonymsAntonymsWords
Community
Contact UsEditorial PolicyPrivacy PolicyTerms and Conditions
© 2016–2026 Wordmom Network. All rights reserved. Made with for word lovers everywhere.
Disclaimer: SCRABBLE® is a registered trademark. All intellectual property rights in and to the game are owned in the U.S.A. and Canada by Hasbro Inc., and throughout the rest of the world by J.W. Spear & Sons Limited of Maidenhead, Berkshire, England, a subsidiary of Mattel Inc. Mattel and Spear are not affiliated with Hasbro. Words With Friends® is a registered trademark of Zynga Inc. Wordle® is a registered trademark of The New York Times Company. Other referenced game titles and tournament lexicon codes (including NASPA NWL and WESPA/HarperCollins CSW) are trademarks of their respective owners. Wordmom is an independent reference utility for educational and entertainment purposes and is not affiliated with, sponsored by, or endorsed by Hasbro, Mattel, Spear, Zynga, The New York Times Company, NASPA, WESPA, or HarperCollins Publishers. All game names are referenced strictly under nominative fair use to indicate compatibility.