childlike
adjective/ˈtʃaɪldˌlaɪk/
Frequency rank: #13,762 most common English word
Meaning
Having the qualities of a child, such as innocence, simplicity, or openness; in a positive sense.
Example sentence
She approached every new subject with childlike curiosity and wonder.
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