Definition of credulous

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cred·u·lous    (krj-ls) KEY  

ADJECTIVE:

1. Disposed to believe too readily; gullible.
2. Arising from or characterized by credulity. See Usage Note at credible.

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ETYMOLOGY:
From Latin crdulus, from crdere, to believe; see kerd- in Indo-European roots

OTHER FORMS:
credu·lous·ly (Adverb), credu·lous·ness (Noun)

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