Credulous
hardKREJ-uh-lus
adjective
Definition
Having or showing too great a readiness to believe things
Examples
“The credulous tourists fell for the scam easily.”
“Don't be so credulous; always verify information.”
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GRE Tip
Credulous is a hard-difficulty GRE word. On the GRE, you might see it paired with synonyms like "gullible" or "naive" in Sentence Equivalence questions. Look for contrast clues (however, despite, although) that signal the opposite meaning. Words like "skeptical".
Related GRE Words
gullible
Easily persuaded to believe something; credulous
ingenuous
Innocent and unsuspecting; candid and sincere
tenet
A principle or belief, especially one of the main principles of a religion or philosophy
sagacious
Having or showing keen mental discernment and good judgment; wise
judicious
Having, showing, or done with good judgment or sense
guileless
Innocent and without deception; artless and sincere
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