Definitions:

1. Describes a sense of innocence and simplicity, with a natural disregard for or ignorance about the complexities or potential pitfalls of a situation. NOUN
   • His financial naivety became a problem when he started investing without guidance.
2. Lack of sophistication or worldliness. NOUN
   • The politician's campaign was built on the naivety of voters who believed his empty promises.
3. Refers to the quality of being naive, or lacking experience, wisdom, or sophistication, often resulting in innocence, idealism, or gullibility. NOUN
   • Her naivety led her to trust someone she barely knew.

Synonyms:

• gullibility
• inexperience
• Innocence
• simplicity
• trustfulness