gullibility
1 synonym for gullibility, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — The quality of being too ready to believe what others tell you, whether or not it is true.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
How to use gullibility
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
prey on someone's gullibility
exploit gullibility
sheer gullibility
public gullibility
It is usually critical, since it suggests poor judgment.
Etymology
English formed the word from the adjective gullible plus the suffix -ity, which makes nouns naming a quality.
Full origin of gullibility →Frequently asked questions
What does gullibility mean?
Gullibility is the quality of believing things too easily, even when they are false or unlikely.
What is another word for gullibility?
Credulity is a close synonym.
How do you pronounce gullibility?
It is pronounced guhl-uh-BIL-ih-tee, with the stress on the third syllable.
