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

From Science Daily • Mar. 26, 2026

Its interface is clean and minimal, designed for both beginners and advanced users.

From Salon • Mar. 21, 2026

“They’re not just for superstar skiers. There’ll be lessons for beginners, and companies tend to focus on resorts with good wellness and spa facilities for non-skiers.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 12, 2026

Many are also beginners at education: Most had to be enrolled in the "first grade", said Silmang Pierre Ndior, an official at the Soeur Marie Luc Vaderloge literacy centre where they attend night school.

From Barron's • Feb. 6, 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