inexperienced

[in-ik-speer-ee-uhnst] / ˌɪn ɪkˈspɪər i ənst /

ADJECTIVE

unskilled, unfamiliar

Synonyms

STRONGEST

immature inept naive undisciplined unschooled unsophisticated untried young

WEAK

amateur callow cherry fresh green ignorant inexpert innocent kid new prentice raw rookie rude sophomoric spring chicken tenderfoot unaccustomed unacquainted unconversant unfamiliar with unfledged unpracticed unseasoned untrained unused unversed unworldly verdant wet behind ears

Antonyms

STRONGEST

experienced mature old

WEAK

educated expert familiar schooled seasoned skilled trained versed

Example Sentences

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How much damage is being done to young inexperienced Welsh players is also a concern.

From BBC

Losses can scare off inexperienced investors, and Zheng’s father had told her, “You cannot trust the market.”

From The Wall Street Journal

Such is the Springbok's strength in depth, however, that Rassie Erasmus's side look the clear favourites over what seems to be a desperately underpowered and inexperienced Welsh team.

From Barron's

After losses against Serie A rivals Milan and Napoli, inexperienced coach Chivu was hoping to claim his first victory in a big match at Inter's helm.

From Barron's

England are inexperienced in this country - only five have played a Test in Australia prior to this series.

From BBC

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