naively

variants or naïvely

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for naively
Adverb
  • At sentencing, Woods’ attorney reiterated that Woods sincerely believed the block was about to erupt in gunfire and said his client has almost no criminal history, save for a years-old misdemeanor conviction.
    Nate Gartrell, Mercury News, 9 June 2025
  • For all the pushback, if district residents sincerely want a voice in Congress that can cast actual votes any time soon, retrocession is probably their best bet.
    Jeremy Lott, The Washington Examiner, 13 June 2025
Adverb
  • That is, being able to share openly and honestly about their inner worlds.
    Mark Travers, Forbes.com, 25 June 2025
  • But honestly, hydrating your face with moisturizer is really important.
    Essence, Essence, 24 June 2025
Adverb
  • These heavy-duty products are designed for individuals who need additional sweat and odor protection, whether due to hyperhidrosis, a demanding lifestyle, postpartum hormonal changes, or simply genetics.
    Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 29 June 2025
  • When fall and cooler weather hits, simply layer a button-down shirt beneath.
    Alex Sales, Glamour, 29 June 2025
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“Naively.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/naively. Accessed 6 Jul. 2025.

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