Definitions

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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Not surprisingly, it’s extremely unnerving for inexperienced skiers or for people who have a healthy fear of heights.

From Los Angeles Times

In the face of adversity, an inexperienced leader will lean on those who share his grievances and worldview.

From The Wall Street Journal

It is not suitable for inexperienced walkers and mountaineers or in wet and windy weather.

From BBC

About half of Kane’s crew balked at their inexperienced commander’s decision to stay another winter.

From Literature

He said Kerstin was not inexperienced and knew what she was getting into.

From BBC