naiveté

Naïveté refers to a lack of experience or wisdom, leading someone to be overly trusting or believing things without questioning or understanding potential risks. It often manifests as innocence in judgment, where one may assume the best in situations or people without fully recognizing complexities or dangers. While naïveté can stem from genuine optimism or innocence, it may also cause vulnerability to manipulation or disappointment. Essentially, it's a state of being inexperienced or uninformed that influences one's perceptions and decisions.