Simpleminded and Sapient

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Simpleminded adjective - Showing or marked by a lack of good sense or judgment.

Usage example: scornful of their simpleminded belief that their parents would always be there to take care of them

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Sapient is an antonym for simpleminded.

Sapient adjective - Having or showing deep understanding and intelligent application of knowledge.

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Simpleminded is an antonym for sapient.

Nearby Word: sapience

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