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beginner

[bih-gin-er] / bɪˈgɪn ər /
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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“It took patience and perseverance being a beginner again.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 14, 2026

“For younger or beginner investors, having parental visibility or approval can be helpful in guiding decision-making and reinforcing good habits,” Tobin said.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 26, 2026

Runna said it recently revised its free beginner plans with slow and steady default settings and a simpler interface.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 8, 2026

Also in the Cairngorms, Glenshee has opened beginner areas with the hope of opening more runs by the weekend.

From BBC • Jan. 6, 2026

The two women running by with a dog on a leash must think I’m some kind of out-of-shape beginner, but that’s OK.

From "Keeping Pace" by Laurie Morrison