Intermediate Describing People

Gullible

/ˈɡʌləbl/ adjective

Meaning

Easily deceived or tricked because of being too trusting.

हिंदी मेंबहुत भरोसा करने के कारण आसानी से धोखा दिया जाना या ठगा जाना।

Example Sentences

“He's gullible enough to believe anything.”

वह इतना भोला है कि कुछ भी मान लेता है।

“Con artists often target gullible people.”

धोखेबाज़ अक्सर भोले-भाले लोगों को निशाना बनाते हैं।

⚠ Common Mistake

Usually negative, implying naivety that can be exploited — not simply the same as being trusting in a positive sense.

Good to Know

Synonyms
naive, credulous
Antonyms
sceptical, shrewd

Written and reviewed by Maninder Thind · Last updated 17 August 2026

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