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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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Read: Day trading is about to get a lot easier for beginners.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 3, 2026

Golf-simulator technology has made the sport less frustrating for beginners because it gives instant feedback on their swings, said Greg Miller, an equity analyst at Truist Securities.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 31, 2026

Their experience ranged from beginners to specialists with up to 40 years in practice.

From Science Daily • Mar. 26, 2026

"That's a chance for beginners like me who can use AI to just make a film and to announce to the world that I have the ability to be a director," he told AFP.

From Barron's • Mar. 10, 2026

It was a good spot for beginners because the cove was protected and it wasn’t very deep.

From "The Line Tender" by Kate Allen