Search Dictionary
Definition of guileless

guileless

/ˈɡaɪl.ləs/
guile · less
Adverb:guilelessly
JUMP TO:

guileless Lexical Profile

guileless Game Scores & Validity

• adjective

1

Devoid of guile, deceit, or cunning; innocent, sincere, and straightforward.

Example

"The young volunteer offered a guileless smile that immediately put the newcomers at ease."

Synonyms
View all synonyms for guileless
Antonyms
View all antonyms for guileless

• Rhymes for guileless

• Nearby Words

guildhall
guile
guileful
guileless
guillemot
guillotine
guilt

Word Origin & Etymology

Formed in Middle English from 'guile' (borrowed from Old French 'guile', meaning deceit or trickery, of Germanic origin) and the privative suffix '-less' (meaning without).

Cite this Entry

Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Guileless. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/guileless
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.