
Credulity
Easily Deceived
Credulity implies someone can be easily tricked due to their readiness to believe.

His credulity left him vulnerable to online scams.
Not Always Negative
While often carrying a negative connotation, in some contexts credulity can suggest an open, trusting nature.

The child's credulity gave life to the fantastical stories.
Literary Device
In literature, a character's credulity may be used to introduce plot twists or illustrate a moral lesson.

The protagonist's credulity led him into the villain's trap.
Compare with
GullibilityInnocenceSimplicitySusceptibility
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