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naively

/naɪˈiːv.li/
na · ive · ly
Adjective:naive
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• adverb

1

In a way that shows a lack of experience, wisdom, or practical judgment; with undue innocence or credulity.

Example

"He naively assumed that the complex software upgrade would finish without any compatibility issues."

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Word Origin & Etymology

Formed in English from the adjective 'naive' and the adverbial suffix '-ly'. The base word derives from French 'naïf' (feminine 'naïve'), from Latin 'nativus', meaning 'native, natural, or unspoiled'.

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180019102020
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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Naively. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/naively
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