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INGENUOUS

(adj., adj.sat)

Definitions

There are 2 meanings of the word Ingenuous.

Ingenuous - as an adjective

Characterized by an inability to mask your feelings; not devious

Example: "An ingenuous admission of responsibility"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
artless7
Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
disingenuous14

Ingenuous - as an adjective satellite

Lacking in sophistication or worldliness

Example: "A child's innocent stare"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
innocent10

Example Sentences

"She had an ingenuous smile that lit up the room."
"His ingenuous nature made it easy for others to trust him."
"The ingenuous child believed everything her parents told her."
"The ingenuous student asked insightful questions during the lecture."
"Despite his success, he remained ingenuous and humble."
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Word Game Points

Is INGENUOUS a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, ingenuous is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

INGENUOUS has a SCRABBLE points total of 10.

Is INGENUOUS a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, ingenuous is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
INGENUOUS has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 15.

Is INGENUOUS a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, ingenuous is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
INGENUOUS has a WORDFEUD points total of 13.

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