gullibly
gullibly
Adverb
This adverb carries a strong negative connotation, implying a lack of critical judgment or a naive vulnerability. It suggests that the person being described is not just mistaken, but is easily manipulated due to an inherent trait of over-trusting others.
Because it describes a personality flaw or a state of mental openness to deception, it is frequently used in narratives to highlight a character's innocence or foolishness. It is rarely used in a positive sense, as being "gullible" is generally viewed as a weakness in social or professional interactions.
Meanings
Examples
He gullibly believed that the email from the prince was real.
I can not believe I fell for that prank so gullibly.
The investor gullibly handed over his savings to the scammer.
Why did she gullibly accept his excuse for being late again?
The witness had gullibly agreed to the detective's leading questions.
I wonder if they will gullibly believe this fake legend about the haunted castle.
She smiledknowing he would gullibly follow her into the trap.
He acted so gullibly that everyone in the office started teasing him.
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