Gullibility

usgb/ˌɡʌləˈbɪləti/
noun

Being easily fooled or tricked because of believing everything.

His gullibility led him to buy the fake gold
Visual representation of "gullibility" - Being easily fooled or tricked because of believing everything

Often appears as...

  • show gullibility
  • exploit someone's gullibility
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Emotional Connotation

Gullibility often implies a person might feel embarrassed or ashamed for being tricked.

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She hid her face, her gullibility about the internet scam washing over her with regret.
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Common Misuse

Don't confuse gullibility with generosity; they mean very different things.

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Offering help isn't gullibility; it's kindness, without intention of being deceived.
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Cultural Context

Some cultures might view gullibility more negatively, as a sign of weakness or lack of intelligence.

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In his culture, gullibility was not just a mistake, it was a major flaw.
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