Expressions Of Naivety

2 words in this vocabulary list

adjective showing the immaturity or lack of sophistication typical of a child

  • His childish behavior was not appropriate for a professional setting.
  • Stop being so childish and just apologize already.
  • Don't be so childish, grow up!
  • The childish way she handled the situation showed her immaturity.

adjective Describing someone who has eyes that are moist or glistening, often with emotion or innocence.

  • The dewy-eyed student listened attentively to the professor's lecture.
  • She was all dewy-eyed when she saw the cute puppy.
  • I can't believe how dewy-eyed he gets whenever he talks about his crush.
  • The actress had a dewy-eyed expression as she accepted her award, overwhelmed with emotion.