candide

/kænˈdiːd/ or /kænˈdiːt/ or /kænˈdiːdɪ/

Definitions

1. adjective

optimistically and ideally trusting in the best; naively confident

“He was a very candide person, always expecting the best from people.”

2. noun

a person who is naively optimistic and trusting

“He was a perfect example of a candide, always believing in the goodness of others.”

Synonyms

  • naive
  • optimistic
  • sanguine

Antonyms

  • cynical
  • pessimistic
  • skeptical