Naiveness can be defined as the state of being innocent, inexperienced or simple. Its antonyms, on the other hand, are words that express opposite meaning to it. Sophistication, worldliness, expertise, astuteness, and cynicism are some of the antonyms to naiveness. Someone who is sophisticated has acquired worldly knowledge and has slick, refined tastes. Worldliness indicates a keen awareness of the ways of the world and a deep understanding of the complexities of human nature. Expertise denotes the possession of expert knowledge or skill in a particular field. Astuteness refers to shrewdness in analyzing people and situations. Finally, Cynicism indicates a belief that people are motivated purely by self-interest, mistrust, or contempt for human nature.

What are the antonyms for Naiveness?

• n.

  • attribute
  • sophistication
  .
  • noun
  • Misdoubt
  ,
  • affectedness
  ,
  • artfulness
  ,
  • artificiality
  ,
  • carefulness
  ,
  • caution
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  • cynicism
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  • deviousness
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  • disbelief
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  • dishonesty
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  • distrust
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  • doubt
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  • doubtfulness
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  • incredulity
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  • insincerity
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  • knowingness
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  • maturity
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  • mistrust
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  • pessimism
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  • pretentiousness
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  • skepticism
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  • street smarts
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  • suspicion
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  • suspiciousness
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  • uncertainty
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  • wariness
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  • worldliness
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Usage examples for Naiveness

Synonyms:

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