/ɪnˈdʒɛnjuːəs/ IN-jen-yoo-uhs

Definitions

1. adjective

genuine; sincere; free from deceit or hypocrisy

“The politician’s ingenuous apology failed to convince the public of his innocence.”

2. noun

a person who is innocent or free from deceit

“The ingenuous young woman was taken advantage of by the smooth-talking stranger.”