Distrust and Naiveness

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Distrust noun - A feeling or attitude that one does not know the truth, truthfulness, or trustworthiness of someone or something.

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Naiveness is an antonym for distrust.

Naiveness noun - Readiness to believe the claims of others without sufficient evidence.

Usage example: I can't believe the naiveness of people who don't realize there's always some catch to so-called free offers

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Distrust is an antonym for naiveness.

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