youngster

noun

young·​ster ˈyəŋ(k)-stər 

1

a

: a young person : youth

b

: child

2

: a young animal or plant especially of a domesticated or cultivated breed or type

Synonyms of youngster

• kid
• child

Examples of youngster in a Sentence

As a youngster, he was very shy.

bright-eyed youngsters interested in learning

Recent Examples on the Web

The training campground held several activities for the youngsters to indulge in during practice. — Rashad Alexander august 9, Kansas City Star, 9 Aug. 2026

The youngster is a two-time league MVP and the 2026 PBR World Champion — the second-youngest rider in PBR history to boast the title. — Ava Dicecca, Sun Sentinel, 8 Aug. 2026

These remote gigs are particularly appealing to international youngsters who wander the world, bopping from country to country. — Andrew Zucker, HollywoodReporter, 7 Aug. 2026

That gave a heap more outside reps for youngsters Jahdae Barron and Abrams-Draine. — Luca Evans, Denver Post, 5 Aug. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1589, in the meaning defined at sense 1a

Kids Definition

youngster

noun

young·​ster ˈyəŋ(k)-stər 

1

: a young person : youth

2

: child sense 2a