Naiveté

/ˌnɑːɪˈvɛɪteɪ/

Definitions

  1. (n.) The quality or state of being naive; a lack of experience, wisdom, or judgment.
    Her naiveté was evident in trusting the contract without review.

Forms

  • naivety
  • naïveté
  • naïvety

Commentary

In legal contexts, noting naiveté may explain a party's misjudgment but does not excuse contractual obligations.

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