novices

NOUN

person just learning something

Synonyms

STRONGEST

beginner learner neophyte newcomer pupil trainee

STRONG

amateur apprentice colt convert cub fledgling greenhorn gremlin mark novitiate plebe postulant prentice probationer proselyte punk recruit rookie starter student tenderfoot

WEAK

first of May know from nothing new kid on the block

Antonyms

STRONG

expert professional teacher

Example Sentences

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ETFs like these are easy for novices to work with and often have low fees.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 8, 2026

With AI doing their bidding, novices can cause damage in moments, while experienced hackers can launch many more sophisticated attacks with much less effort.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 5, 2026

He said the company had introduced more than 5,000 novices to the sport.

From BBC • Feb. 10, 2026

Maybe we need a new securities test, or at least a way to tip off novices about whether they’re building wealth or betting it.

From Barron's • Nov. 14, 2025

Lyman was eloquent in a homespun way, and in addition to his analysis of the match, he added explanations so that the analysis would be understandable to chess novices.

From "Endgame" by Frank Brady