Gullible
easyNegative toneGUL-ih-bul
adjective
Definition
Easily persuaded to believe something; credulous
Memory hook
GULL-ible: easy to GULL (trick) - like a seagull that swallows anything thrown its way.
Examples
“The scammer targeted gullible elderly victims.”
“His gullible nature made him easy to deceive.”
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“The scammer targeted ______ elderly victims.”
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GRE Tip
Gullible is a easy-difficulty GRE word. On the GRE, you might see it paired with synonyms like "credulous" or "naive" in Sentence Equivalence questions. Look for contrast clues (however, despite, although) that signal the opposite meaning. Words like "skeptical".
Related GRE Words
credulous
Having or showing too great a readiness to believe things
naive
Showing a lack of experience, wisdom, or judgment
artless
free of guile or pretense; naturally simple and sincere
guileless
Innocent and without deception; artless and sincere
ingenuous
Innocent and unsuspecting; candid and sincere
greenhorn
An inexperienced or naive person
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