Definition

The quality of being easily deceived or tricked into believing something that may not be true.

Example

Her gullibility made her an easy target for scams.

Conversation

I can't believe people still fall for that scam online.

Right? It shows a real lack of awareness and gullibility.

Exactly! It's hard to understand how anyone could be that trusting.

Yeah, it's a good reminder to be more skeptical about what we read.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Gullibility → It is formed from "gull" (from Middle English *gullen*, meaning to deceive or cheat) and the suffix "-ibility" (from Latin *-ibilis*, meaning capable of). The word "gullibility" refers to the quality of being easily deceived or cheated.

Memory Tip

Think of being 'capable of being deceived' — 'gull' means to deceive, and '-ibility' indicates a quality. This helps you remember that gullibility is the tendency to be easily fooled.

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