naivety
UK: naɪˈiːvəti | US: naɪˈiːvəti
n. the quality of being naive; innocence or lack of worldly experience
n. a naive action, remark, or belief
The word "naivety" stems from the French "naïveté," derived from "naïf" (feminine: "naïve"), meaning "natural" or "innocent." The French term traces back to Latin "nativus" (natural, innate), from "natus" (born). The suffix "-ty" (from Latin "-tatem") forms abstract nouns indicating a state or quality. Over time, "naivety" evolved to describe innocence or simplicity, often with a connotation of inexperience or credulity.
Her naivety made her trust strangers too easily.
The politician’s naivety was evident in his unrealistic promises.
Despite his age, he retained a childlike naivety.
The novel explores the loss of naivety in the face of harsh realities.
Critics dismissed the plan as a product of sheer naivety.