Credulous is an adjective. It means gullible.
Etymology
In classical Latin, crēdulus was used with the meaning of ready to believe, trust, or rash. In post-classical Latin in the 3rd century crēdulus was also used meaning believing in God or faithful. In the 9th century it was still used but it now meant worthy of belief or trusted. Credulous is now use and means gullible or ready to believe anything.
In classical Latin, crēdulus was used with the meaning of ready to believe, trust, or rash. In post-classical Latin in the 3rd century crēdulus was also used meaning believing in God or faithful. In the 9th century it was still used but it now meant worthy of belief or trusted. Credulous is now use and means gullible or ready to believe anything.
Examples of Credulous in a Sentence:
- Jane was credulous, when she was told zebras could fly she believed it.
- Children are usually very credulous.
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