Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
innocent child
phrase
/ˈɪnəsənt tʃaɪld/
Definition
A child who is free from guilt or sin, typically unaware of the dark or unpleasant aspects of life.
Examples
- The innocent child played in the park without a care in the world.
- She looked at him with the eyes of an innocent child, full of wonder.
- Innocent children often believe in the goodness of others.
Meaning
Innocence in a child refers to the purity and lack of experience regarding the complexities or evils of the world.
Synonyms
- naive child
- pure child
- unsullied child
- guileless child
