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

From Salon • Mar. 21, 2026

Josh Oppenheim, Runna’s chief operating officer, said that in January, it rolled out changes and introduced options to slow down training, especially for beginners.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 8, 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

Boyles likened the potential appeal of the surf park to Topgolf, which makes a point in its advertising of putting beginners at ease with swinging a club for fun while also appealing to experienced golfers.

From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 25, 2025

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