Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

gullible

adjective
/ˈɡʌl.ə.bəl/
Definition
Easily deceived or tricked.
Examples
  • The gullible student believed every rumor he heard about his classmates.
  • She was so gullible that she fell for all the pranks played on her.
  • The scam artist targeted gullible people to sell fake products.
Meaning
Gullible describes someone who is very trusting and easily believes what others say, which can lead them to be taken advantage of.
Synonyms
  • naive
  • credulous
  • trustful
  • unwary