Basic Details
Word: Naive
Part of Speech: Adjective
Meaning: Not having enough experience of life; innocent and trusting.
Synonyms: Innocent, simple, unsophisticated
Antonyms: Sophisticated, worldly, experienced
Idioms and Phrases
- Naive as a child: Refers to someone who is very innocent and trusting, much like a young child. Example: "He was as naive as a child, believing everything he heard about the magic world."
- Don't be naive: A warning directed at someone to avoid being overly trusting or innocent. Example: "When dealing with strangers, dont be naive; always take precautions."
Usage Examples
Example 1: The naive girl believed that everyone she met was kind and honest.
Example 2: His naive assumptions about the project led to several mistakes being made.
Example 3: Although he was naive in matters of the world, his enthusiasm and kindness were infectious.
Fun Fact
The word "naive" comes from the French word "naf," which means "natural, innocent." It can also be spelt with an umlaut, indicating the pronunciation of the 'i'.
Famous Quote
"The naive believe everything; the skeptical, all things are possible." Unknown
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "naive" mean?
a) Very wise
b) Lacking experience
c) Extremely cautious
d) Highly educated
Answer: b) Lacking experience
2. Which of these is a synonym of "naive"?
a) Worldly
b) Innocent
c) Cunning
d) Experienced
Answer: b) Innocent
3. Which of the following is an antonym of "naive"?
a) Simple
b) Unsophisticated
c) Sophisticated
d) Trusting
Answer: c) Sophisticated
4. Which sentence uses "naive" correctly?
a) The naive old man outsmarted everyone.
b) She was too naive to understand the danger she was in.
c) He acted naive after studying hard for his exams.
d) The naive cat chased the mouse in circles.
Answer: b) She was too naive to understand the danger she was in.
5. What does the idiom "Don't be naive" mean?
a) Trust everyone around you.
b) Be careful and not too trusting.
c) Always be innocent.
d) Be playful and fun-loving.
Answer: b) Be careful and not too trusting.
