Read the following sentence and choose the best definition for the underlined word by searching for context clues in the sentence.
Mr. Powers was so gullible that he believed even the most outlandish excuses of his insincere employees.

Question

Read the following sentence and choose the best definition for the underlined word by searching for context clues in the sentence.

Mr. Powers was so gullible that he believed even the most outlandish excuses of his insincere employees.

Option 1: intelligent Option 2: naive Option 3: dishonest Option 4: critical

AfterBoards · Accepted Answer

'Intelligent' generally implies sharp or clever, which contradicts the context provided.
'Naive' perfectly captures the essence of being easily deceived, which is suggested by his readiness to believe insincere excuses.
'Dishonest' does not fit as the context implies gullibility, not deceitfulness.
'Critical' suggests judgment or being analytical, which is the opposite of gullible.

<p>Read the following sentence and choose the best definition for the underlined word by searching for context clues in the sentence.</p><p>Mr. Powers was so <u>gullible</u> that he believed even the most outlandish excuses of his insincere employees.</p>