beginners

NOUN

person unskilled in something

Synonyms

STRONGEST

learner neophyte newcomer novice

STRONG

abecedarian amateur apprentice catechumen colt fish fledgling greenhorn initiate novitiate probationer recruit starter student tenderfoot trainee tyro

WEAK

buckwheater greenie new kid on the block new person

Antonyms

STRONG

expert professional teacher

WEAK

old hand veteran

Example Sentences

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Best for Beginners: TunnelBear — Easily the most user-friendly option.

From Salon • Jun. 2, 2026

Beginners especially are welcome, in fact, as they’re more apt to notice common species and behaviors that longtime bird watchers might overlook.

From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 1, 2025

The last person to win the category without a best picture nomination was Christopher Plummer in 2012, for Beginners.

From BBC • Feb. 24, 2025

Beginners interested in refining this skill may want to tag along with a more experienced auditory birder.

From New York Times • Feb. 2, 2024

Beginners are advised to start with the larger nuts, such as the Brazil nut, and then work their way downward in size, through the pecan, the cashew, and the hazelnut.

From "The Interrupted Tale" by Maryrose Wood