Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
born-yesterday
adjective
/bɔrn ˈjɛstərdeɪ/
Definition
A term used to describe someone who is naive, inexperienced, or gullible.
Examples
- Don’t be so born-yesterday; you should know better than to trust him completely.
- She may seem innocent, but she’s not born-yesterday.
- I can’t believe you thought that was a real story; you’re acting born-yesterday!
Meaning
The phrase suggests that the person lacks knowledge or awareness about the complexities of life, as if they were just born.
Synonyms
- Naive
- Innocent
- Gullible
- Unsophisticated
