credulous

Example Sentences

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Mr. Ariosto’s credulous description of warp drives isn’t the only misstep in the book.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 20, 2026

Liz is a compelling creation, at once smart, sassy and wily, and there is fun to be had watching her slickly outwit credulous individuals.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 21, 2025

Enough people are credulous or at least disingenuous enough to think that "I'm a woman, which means I can't hate other women" is an actual argument.

From Salon • Feb. 26, 2025

But the fact Malcolm even felt comfortable saying this is proof of how the couple realizes their power over credulous journalists.

From Slate • Feb. 6, 2025

In my confused and credulous state, the sight of the man in the demon mask startled me into wakefulness, the seductive warmth I had felt a moment ago vanished, leaving my body limp and leaden.

From "The Name of the Wind" by Patrick Rothfuss