Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

innocence-of-youth

Noun

ˈɪnəˌsɛns ʌv juθ

Definition

The state or quality of being innocent or naive during one’s youth, characterized by a lack of experience and exposure to the complexities of life.

Examples

Many stories celebrate the innocence-of-youth, showing how children’s imaginations run wild.
As he reminisced, he felt a deep nostalgia for the innocence-of-youth he once enjoyed.
The film beautifully portrays the innocence-of-youth against the backdrop of an unforgiving world.

Meaning

Innocence-of-youth refers to the purity and simplicity of young people who have not yet been tainted by the harsh realities of the adult world, often highlighting the beauty and charm of youthful naivety.