Synonyms of unsuspecting

unsuspecting

adjective

ˌən-sə-ˈspek-tiŋ 

as in naive

lacking in worldly wisdom or informed judgment

sidewalk vendors selling bogus gems to unsuspecting tourists

Synonyms & Similar Words

• naive
• innocent
• inexperienced
• simple
• unwary
• unknowing
• immature
• primitive
• unsophisticated
• unsuspicious
• uncritical
• ingenuous
• unworldly
• green
• dewy
• simpleminded
• wide-eyed
• trusting
• childish
• trustful
• naïf
• dewy-eyed
• believing
• aw-shucks
• gullible
• careless
• impractical
• credulous
• callow
• childlike
• idealistic
• susceptible
• unrealistic
• unguarded
• thoughtless
• raw
• heedless
• duped
• tricked
• gulled
• beguiled

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• experienced
• knowing
• sophisticated
• worldly
• critical
• suspicious
• cosmopolitan
• cynical
• skeptical
• incredulous
• careful
• wary
• watchful
• unconvinced
• cautious
• worldly-wise
• leery
• doubting
• guarded
• realistic
• suspecting
• pragmatic
• sober
• down-to-earth
• hardheaded
• streetwise
• street-smart

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of unsuspecting

Into the abyss walks the most unsuspecting of would-be heroes. — Dana O’Neil, CNN Money, 21 Oct. 2026

As Cohen is best known for playing characters like Ali G, Borat and Brüno in the real world while interacting with unsuspecting people, the interview focuses on the craft behind his brand of undercover comedy and the objectives of his satire. — Selome Hailu, Variety, 16 Oct. 2026

Either form can be easily and covertly placed into an unsuspecting person’s beverage or food. — Christopher P. Holstege, The Conversation, 15 Oct. 2026

Still running at full speed, Golden crashed into an unsuspecting Bears coach, who went tumbling to the ground after the blindside hit. — Scott Thompson Outkick, FOXNews.com, 13 Oct. 2026