credulous

/ˈkrɛdʒʊləs/

Definitions

1. adjective

easily influenced by flattery or false information; gullible

“She was a credulous young woman who believed everything her friends told her.”

2. noun

a person who is easily influenced by flattery or false information; a gullible person

“The credulous crowd was easily swayed by the con artist’s smooth talk.”

Synonyms

  • gullible
  • impressionable
  • naive

Antonyms

  • discerning
  • skeptical