Gullibility and Skepticism
Opposite meaning words
Gullibility
Gullibility noun - Readiness to believe the claims of others without sufficient evidence.
Usage example: teased her about her well-known gullibility by repeatedly offering to sell her the Continental Divide
Skepticism is an antonym for gullibility.
Nearby Word: gullible
Skepticism
Skepticism noun - A feeling or attitude that one does not know the truth, truthfulness, or trustworthiness of someone or something.
Gullibility is an antonym for skepticism.
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