beginner

be·gin·ner

noun \bi-ˈgi-nər, bē-\

Definition of BEGINNER

: one that begins something; especially : an inexperienced person

Examples of BEGINNER

1. <although our son is only a beginner at swimming, he is making excellent progress>

First Known Use of BEGINNER

14th century

Related to BEGINNER

Synonyms: abecedarian, apprentice, babe, colt, cub, fledgling, freshman, greenhorn, neophyte, newbie, newcomer, novice, novitiate, punk, recruit, rook, rookie, tenderfoot, tyro, virgin

Antonyms: old hand, old-timer, vet, veteran

Related Words: boot; amateur, dabbler, dilettante; learner, student, trainee; candidate, entrant, probationer

Near Antonyms: expert, master, pro, professional

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Rhymes with BEGINNER

blood thinner, breadwinner, prizewinner, shore dinner, web spinner