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dewy

adjective

ˈdü-ē How to pronounce dewy (audio)
Definition of dewynext
as in naive
lacking in worldly wisdom or informed judgment another version of the story of the dewy small-town youths hoping to make it in the big city

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for dewy
  1. naive
  2. innocent
  3. simple
  4. inexperienced
  5. green
  6. immature
Adjective
  • Rounding out their trio is Hazel (Kennedi Reece), a sweet, naive young woman, completely sheltered by her conservative upbringing but determined to follow her Michelle Obama dreams.
    — Aramide Tinubu, Variety, 24 Sep. 2026
  • Pure-hearted, brave, and a little naive, audiences can’t help but love him.
    — Sarah Scott, Parents, 17 Sep. 2026
Definition of naive
Adjective
  • The seemingly sweet and innocent woman from season one has become a brutally violent villain out for revenge.
    — David Hookstead OutKick, FOXNews.com, 22 Sep. 2026
  • When the father takes the kids down to Gowanus, there’s an innocent joy in him.
    — Bilge Ebiri, Vulture, 21 Sep. 2026
Definition of innocent
Adjective
  • During the recent session, Soto taught people how to make coils for teardrop designs along with other simple shapes.
    — Janice Neumann, Chicago Tribune, 20 Sep. 2026
  • The simplest distinction is powered flight versus unpowered glide.
    — Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 20 Sep. 2026
Definition of simple
Adjective
  • With Delane back, the Chiefs shut down Achane as Mahomes and company roll against a young and inexperienced defense.
    — Kansas City Star, Kansas City Star, 24 Sep. 2026
  • The Miami Dolphins have activated the most experienced, and most inexperienced pass rushers on the roster to address the absence of Chop Robinson for Sunday’s game against the San Francisco 49ers.
    — Omar Kelly, Miami Herald, 20 Sep. 2026
Definition of inexperienced
Adjective
  • The landmark was illuminated in green, white and red to celebrate Mexico’s Independence Day and honor the country’s culture, identity and traditions.
    — Isabela Raygoza, Billboard, 19 Sep. 2026
  • Counters and other surfaces include Lincoln marble from Colorado, with green and brown veining, along with brass and other natural materials.
    — David Caraccio, Sacbee.com, 19 Sep. 2026
Definition of green
Adjective
  • Sprouts are essentially immature, miniature plants harvested shortly after germination.
    — Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 14 Sep. 2026
  • The immature boy-king Richard II (Woody Norman) is racked with nightmares and unable to govern.
    — Bilge Ebiri, Vulture, 11 Sep. 2026
Definition of immature
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“Dewy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/dewy. Accessed 26 Sep. 2026.

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