credulous (Meaning)

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credulous (a)

disposed to believe on little evidence

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showing a lack of judgment or experience

The tourists were a bit credulous, believing every tall tale the souvenir shop owner told them.
The internet prank relied on people being credulous enough to click on the suspicious link.
The politician's fear-mongering tactics played on the anxieties of the credulous audience.
Having fallen victim to a phishing scam once, Sarah became less credulous about unsolicited emails.
The children's credulous belief in Santa Claus made Christmas a magical time for them.
The advertisement's outlandish promises made even the most credulous consumer raise an eyebrow.
The psychic preyed on the credulous woman's desperation for answers, exploiting her vulnerability.
John's credulous nature often landed him in trouble, trusting people too easily.
A healthy dose of skepticism is important to avoid being credulous and falling for scams.
The documentary explored the psychology behind cults, focusing on how they manipulate the credulous.

disposed to believe on little evidence, showing a lack of judgment or experience

naive, gullible, immature, innocent, trustful, unworldly, susceptible, unknowing, primitive, unsuspicious

unconvinced, cynical, suspicious, doubting, cautious, critical, cynical, doubting, skeptical, careful

The tourists were a bit credulous, believing every tall tale the souvenir shop owner told them.

The internet prank relied on people being credulous enough to click on the suspicious link.

The politician's fear-mongering tactics played on the anxieties of the credulous audience.

Having fallen victim to a phishing scam once, Sarah became less credulous about unsolicited emails.