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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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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

Two of his past three fights have now come against boxing novices - first UFC fighter Francis Ngannou, and now Paul.

From BBC • Dec. 20, 2025

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

Alisa Bovino, a New Jersey-based home design influencer known for her Facebook Marketplace prowess, suggests novices begin by setting a minimum price for their efforts.

From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 8, 2025

None of them were experts, but they weren’t novices, either.

From "A Very Large Expanse of Sea" by Tahereh Mafi