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

• bairn [chiefly Scottish]
• bambino
• bud
• chap [Southern & Midland]
• chick
• child
• cub
• juvenile
• kid
• kiddie
• kiddy
• kiddo
• moppet
• sprat
• sprout
• squirt
• whelp
• youngling
• youth

Examples of youngster in a Sentence

As a youngster, he was very shy.

bright-eyed youngsters interested in learning

Recent Examples on the Web

So the committee drew competitors from its expansive diaspora, tapping the sons and daughters of Haitians as well as athletes who emigrated to the United States and Canada as babies or youngsters. —Jacqueline Charles, Miami Herald, 11 July 2024

The club was made up of wealthy parents in the area, who would cover the costs of talented youngsters trying to turn professional. —Matias Grez, CNN, 11 July 2024

Just as Maryland offers child tax credits to growing households, a little bit of cash in hand (without the burden of filling out tax returns) could make the difference in a youngster’s life. —Baltimore Sun Editorial Board, Baltimore Sun, 9 July 2024

Passengers will experience thrilling bouncing and drops, not too fast for youngsters. —Ella Gonzales, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 5 July 2024

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