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Childlike

adjective

/ˈtʃaɪld.laɪk/

Meaning

innocent and trusting like a child; having the good qualities of a child; pure and simple

She maintained a childlike wonder about the world around her.

innocent, pure, naive, simple, trusting

cynical, sophisticated, worldly, jaded, experienced

childlike innocence, childlike wonder, childlike enthusiasm, childlike curiosity

Involving or causing a complete or dramatic change; radically new or innovative.

playfully quaint or fanciful, especially in an appealing and amusing way

not self-indulgent, especially when eating and drinking; moderate or sparing in consumption

wise; showing good judgment; intelligent; perceptive

Of or relating to the brain or intellect; intellectual rather than emotional or physical.

Relating to birth or the place of birth.